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20 April 2022

Public spaces flourish with Contours

The ACMI Renewal project was undertaken with the vision of enhancing public spaces. This highly collaborative project was brought together by ACMI, BKK...

07 April 2022

Make an Impression with Custom Mouldings

Timber mouldings have traditionally been used to mask transitions between surfaces. More recently, timber mouldings are being used as design features and focal...

04 April 2022

Sweeping curves & natural materials - an innovative post-pandemic co-working environment

Waterman Business Centre Eastland is an innovative post-pandemic co-working environment.

07 March 2022

Inviting curves create movement at MolinoCahill

Inviting curves create a tranquil flow of movement at MolinoCahill from IA Design. Curved custom timber panelling embraces and guides occupants on their...

28 February 2022

Sustainable & Responsibly Sourced Timber

Responsibly sourced timber is the only renewable building material available.

31 January 2022

Contours Close Up

The Shape Group undertook a renovation to their Port Melbourne workspace with the idea to create a warm and inviting office space featuring timber.

15 July 2021

How to Include Wainscoting in Commercial Projects

When you want to romanticise the interior of your home, wainscoting is the go-to design element to get it done. Period homes especially benefit from using wall...

30 November 2020

Why Timber Mouldings are an Interior Designer’s Secret Weapon

Timber mouldings are one of the most versatile design components at an interior designer’s disposal. When used creatively, Porta architraves and skirtings add...

05 November 2020

Encouraging Learning, Growth & Development Through Design

Interior design of major university creates a welcoming sense of belonging

30 October 2020

Timber 101: The Properties of Species & Grading

Selecting timber that is fit for purpose is important. We’ll help you understand what to look for so that you’ll have a better idea of what timber to select...

29 October 2020

Designing With Timber: Applications of Timber Species

Using timber products indoors can make us feel connected to nature – positively impacting on our health, wellbeing and productivity.

29 October 2020

Applications of Timber Species

Designing With Timber – Applications of Timber Species Using timber products indoors can make us feel connected to nature – positively impacting on our health,...

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