Software that revolutionises applications of paving in architectural design
The Concrete Masonry Association of Australia [CMAA] has unveiled DesignPave, a software program for engineers and landscape architects in applications of paving design.
Indoors appliance for growing with fresh herbs, salads and micro greens
The UrbiPod is an Australian designed and manufactured automated indoors kitchen appliance for growing fresh herbs, salads and micro greens in the convenience of the kitchen, irrespective of the season or outdoors elements.
A healthier way to reduce pool maintenance and improve water quality
Waterco’s ChemFlo automatic control system measures and precisely controls set levels of chlorine and pH balance through feedback from inline sensors. This ensures the safest possible swimming conditions.
Scyon™ wall panels offer an alternative to brick
There is a preference for building products that help create architectural design motifs: modern looks require more design variation using modern materials, such as James Hardie’s range of Premium Fibre Cement Cladding, including the large panel format of Matrix Cladding, or the vertical lines of Axon Cladding.
Australians are embracing the outdoors room
An alfresco area is among the most popular features in a house, with one third of Australians saying the space is essential in their dream home.
Fruit, vegetable and herb planting when you are lacking space
If there’s one thing that has no limits it’s space to grow food. As long as you have sun you have an opportunity to grow food. Even a windowsill, patio, outdoors wall or space for hanging pots, with enough light, will provide an opportunity to grow something you would normally buy.
Handy 1.8-litre sprayer for the garden
The Hudson Tek Hand Sprayer can be used to spray degreasers, disinfectants, pesticides and more.
Survey shows what Australians are growing in autumn
A recent survey by garden and housewares brand HomeLeisure® shows that one-in-two Australians are growing vegetables in autumn. The cooler weather in autumn makes it an ideal time for planting certain vegies and herbs.
Extra-large fine porcelain lightweight panels for internal and external applications
Artedomus’ porcelain panels are extra-large, fine-profiled, lightweight panels that have exceptional strength, durability; and offer a beautiful and practical surface solution for kitchens, bathrooms, flooring and house-façades.
A range of 12 backyard fire pits
New from Northcote Pottery’s Glow Outdoor Heating range is a collection of fire pit styles designed to work with various garden-styles, backyards and courtyards. The Glow range comprises 12 fire pits and an electric heater option.
Letterboxes for the 21st century
Northcote Pottery has released several innovative letterboxes designed to improve both your exterior aesthetic and serve your online shopping experience, with features creatively incorporated to accommodate larger package deliveries.
Home renovating ideas with brick and tile
The recent innovation of architects and designers in their creative use of brick and tile, submitted for the 2019 Think Brick Award, has seen a resurgence of materials that have been long overlooked in the creation of contemporary builds and home renovation