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Coastal projects demand more: rethinking timber with aluminium
Timber remains a familiar and widely specified material in coastal architecture. Its warmth and natural character feel at home in beachside settings, and for many architects, it continues to be the default choice. However, coastal environments are unforgiving. Salt-laden air, wind-driven moisture, and prolonged UV exposure place sustained pressure on traditional timber systems,
Designing with bushfire risk in mind: why non-combustible cladding decisions matter early
Accounting for bushfire risk is a routine part of building design in Australia. Architects, builders, and specifiers consider it alongside wind loads, corrosion zones, and exposure to extreme weather. In bushfire-prone areas, material selection goes beyond aesthetics; it forms part of responsible design that directly affects safety, compliance, and long-term performance. Early
A simply better approach to designing screens and enclosures with timber-look aluminium
Screens and enclosures play a practical role in many projects. They shape privacy, guide sightlines, protect sensitive areas and create separation without heavy structures. They define a project’s overall character. Designers want screening solutions that balance privacy, airflow and light with a clean architectural finish. Timber-look aluminium balances these needs effective
AliWood expands design choice with new metallic-inspired finishes in the Elementa range
AliWood has released the Elementa range, a new suite of metallic-inspired finishes designed to complement its popular woodgrain and custom colour options. The range gives you more freedom to create modern, cohesive architectural designs that balance durability, sustainability, and aesthetic impact. A refined approach to modern design The Elementa range draws inspiration from na
