Given the various attractions of aluminium cladding, its continued popularity for a range of applications is understandable. However, aesthetic and functional benefits are only part of the equation. Environmental considerations are also critical. This whitepaper discusses the key variables that contribute to the sustainability (or otherwise) of such products, helping specifiers make informed decisions about their material choices.
Category Archives: facades
Weathering the storm: ALPOLIC’s role in creating resilient architecture for changing climate
Amidst Australia’s climate crisis, ALPOLIC™ panels offer exceptional weather resistance and durability. Tested to meet rigorous standards, these panels withstand extreme conditions while maintaining aesthetic appeal. From the Q1 Tower to the Queensland Children’s Hospital, ALPOLIC™ showcases the resilience and sustainability needed for future-proof architecture.
Revolutionising Style and Safety: ALPOLIC™ NC/A1 Recladding of Trilogi Apartments, Melbourne
When Melbourne’s Trilogi Apartments faced the urgent need to replace hazardous cladding, they turned to ALPOLIC™ NC/A1 for a solution that blends unmatched safety with stunning design. Explore how this advanced aluminium composite cladding met rigorous safety standards and elevated the building’s aesthetic.
Recladding & modernisation – a phenomenal façade transformation
ALPOLIC™ NC/A1 has been part of a leading telecommunications recladding corporate roll-out to upgrade the dated looking pebblecrete & non-compliant clad nationally across Australia. Learn about the phenomenal transformation of each building and the preferred architectural cladding product used.
Combustible cladding and the state of facade design
The Lacrosse and Grenfell tower fires have had a lasting impact on the Australian construction industry. Following a nationwide investigation into combustible cladding, there is now greater scrutiny over facade design and the selection of cladding materials. This whitepaper examines the state of facade design in Australia: where are we now, what the current issues are, and where we need to be in the future.
Podcast: Nine years after the Lacrosse tower fire, what is the current state of the facade market?
The 2014 Lacrosse tower fire incident was the first case in Australia to raise alarm bells, followed shortly by other high-profile fire incidents both locally and internationally. Since then, government-led audits have highlighted a widespread issue with the use of combustible cladding across thousands of Australian buildings, leading to calls for greater regulation and a swathe of remediation work across the country.
Sustainability eBook 2023
For the second consecutive year, Network Architectural was the proud sponsor of the Commercial Architecture (Large) category for Architecture & Design’s Sustainability Awards 2023.
Sustainable Design Considerations and Material Selection
The facade can account for up to 30% of a building’s embodied carbon footprint. In the face of climate change, future facades will need to not only deliver iconic aesthetics and weather protection but also drastically reduce the carbon footprint of the structure throughout its entire life cycle. Specifying sustainable facade materials is a crucial first step in accomplishing this objective.
8 Factors to Consider When Evaluating Bonded Laminates
Make an informed decision when selecting bonded laminates for your cladding project. Here’s a comprehensive checklist of 8 key factors you need to consider.
Kaiteki is so much more than just a word: Q&A with Mr Hee Kok Koon of ALPOLIC™ by Mitsubishi Chemical Infratec Co., Ltd Singapore
Kaiteki is not just a word, it’s a spirit and a philosophy that we live by every day and that guides us in working towards making our future world a better place.