Commercial

As early as the design phase of the new office for advertising agency Hannibal in Roeselare, Belgium, at least one thing was crystal clear: a tonne of light was a must. A glass facade is the obvious choice, however when the sun hits it, the building soon becomes a hothouse, to say nothing of the reflections on computer monitors. Solving this challenge proved an ideal pilot project for Renson and Reynaers Aluminium’s integration of glass facades and minimalist sun protection screens.

Somfy solutions have enhanced the environmentally responsive facade of Macquarie University’s Central Courtyard.

Somfy products help enhance the teaching and learning experience in a “transformative” educational space.

Norman Normandy PerfectTilt shutters have provided a remedy for the unique challenges of an architect-driven office project for KPMG in Canberra.

Somfy boosts convenience and sustainability in the heart of Melbourne.

A renovated heritage site in Brussels, Belgium, necessitated expertise from Renson, with the supply of 1750 square metres of screening to ensure shading, temperature control and a healthy interior environment.

Blinds by Peter Meyer’s recent involvement in a complex Sydney project demonstrates not only the scope of its Kubata offering by German supplier Weinor, but also the regulatory and architectural smarts required of today’s shading solutions suppliers. Belinda Smart reports.

Innovations from Somfy have proven critical to the lighting and building operability of Sydney’s newest technology hub.

Vertilux shading solutions played a central role in raising the bar on environmental performance and interior fitout for a noted State Government building in Brisbane.

Sonesse solutions from Somfy are playing a pivotal role in a Sydney urban renewal project at the leading edge of sustainability.