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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,...

12 May 2020

Woodcroft Neighbourhood Centre

This multi-purpose community centre creates an inclusive space where learning, recreation and culture can be shared.

28 April 2020

Kenny Lover Icecream Porta Contours

Kenny Lover! An old-school Australiana themed space filled with colour and texture, Kenny lover is a chefs playful approach to ice-cream without the fuss.

22 January 2020

South Melbourne Life Saving Club

Melbourne’s city foreshore has a new upgrade The South Melbourne Life Saving Club designed by Jackson Clements Burrows Architects and built by Connell...

06 June 2019

How to protect your timber specification for internal applications

Timber wall and ceiling linings are becoming more popular across commercial and residential design because of the softness, texture and warmth timber can...

02 May 2019

Mix and match Porta Contours for unique designs

Foolscap Studio is a design practice that is centred around the built environment and interior architecture at all scales. These designers understand better...

02 April 2019

Create a durable timber feature with Porta Contours for commercial fit-outs

Porta Contours timber lining boards are available in durable Tasmanian Oak hardwood - making it ideal for high traffic areas such as cafes or shop counters....

06 March 2019

Porta Contours Cirque timber lining boards used in luxe hospitality refurbishment

17 February 2019

Porta Contours Strata textured timber lining boards invoke nature in this office

This office design brings timber, texture and colour together to create an invigorating office space.

10 January 2019

Painted Porta Contours Riverine lining boards create a playful cafe

The Project A new café in Perth needed to create a fresh and playful interior that would stand apart but still have an enjoyable atmosphere.

17 October 2018

How to specify timber for a Group 1 fire rating

When considering fire hazards for materials, according to industry experts at Wood Solutions:

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