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The Building Designer No.164 February 2011
DESIGN FEATURE
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Duplex at Airlie Summit,
a superb development at
Airlie Beach by Brad Read,
features two high quality, top of
the market units, each containing
four bedrooms and with a
north/north-west orientation
offering extensive sea views.
As well as observing the planning
by-laws of the Whitsunday Shire
Council in respect to height,
setbacks and escarpment view
restrictions, consideration was
also given to future structures on
the neighbouring undeveloped
allotments. The units have limited
street frontage due to their
position on the long and narrow
site, which has a 22m slope.
The resultant design involves the
two units being situated on
different levels, each afforded two
storeys with one of these a split
level. This ensured height
restrictions were adhered to
while allowing the design to work
with the contours of the land.
Upper levels incorporate the
main living and entertainment
areas as well as two bedrooms
and amenities, while the lower
levels include master and guest
suites and alternative
entertaining rooms.
Plunge pools which have the
illusion of stretching out to the
ocean beyond are accessed via
decks a half level below.
The external construction
material is predominately
masonry with light weight floors
and roofs. Extensive use of glass
and timber has also been
included. Timber features ensure
the development entwines with
rather than dominates over the
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natural landscape. Dark earthy
colours were used to blend the
building into the backdrop
escarpment.
Interesting forms, high level
finishes and a variety of building
resources ensure these units
remain both stylish and
functional within a contemporary
envelope, indicative of tropical
Queensland living.
Brad ReadBrad Read Design Group07 3806 1855brad@brdg.com.au
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BEDI/BDAQ PARTNERSHIPPRESENTS
2011ENDORSED SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGNER
PROGRAM
Preparing and Empowering Built Environment Professionals for a Sustainable Future*
* Building Green - Preparing and Empowering Future Built Environment Professionals for Market Readiness
is the ecospecifier Tertiary Curriculum Program developed by Ecospecifier
PROGRAM
DAY 1Environmentally Sustainable Design Compliance and Solutions
DAY 2Building Rating, Materials, Issues and Solutions
DAY 3Green Building and Materials Procurement
DAY 4Life Cycle Assessment in Practice
VENUES
Times: 9.00am to 5.30pm each day
SOUTH QUEENSLANDMetro Hotel Ipswich International
43 South Street, Ipswich
NORTH QUEENSLANDRydges Tradewinds Cairns
137 The Esplanade, Cairns
Fri May 6Sat May 7Fri May 13Sat May 14
Fri May 27Sat May 28Fri Jun 3Sat Jun 4
Successful completion of this course constitutes the training requirement for certification as an Endorsed Sustainable Building Designer.
An Endorsed Sustainable Building Designer will receive promotion through BEDI Ltd programs and can use the ESBD logo shown on left.
COST Course fees include the full four days training with materials, lunch and tea breaks.This course attracts a Construction Skills Queensland subsidy for a limited number of participants.To qualify for the subsidised rate you MUST REGISTER AND PAY BEFORE 25 MARCH 2011.
FULL FEE: STUDENT FEE:
$750.00$440.00
SUBSIDISED FEE:SUBSIDISED STUDENT FEE:
$500.00$0.00
all these fees include GST. if registering before 25 March 2011 please pay the subsidised feeto qualify for the student fee participants must currently be enrolled in a building design related tertiary course
Program supported by:
For more information please email or phone:07 3889 9119 - admin@bdaq.com.au
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ANNOUNCING
2011 BDAQ/BEDI State Conference
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition CentreMerivale Street, South Brisbane
PROGRAM
6.00pm
Friday 19 August - off site at the Victoria Park Golf Complex
8.00am
10.00am
Technical Breakfast
BDAQ Golf Day
Welcome Event
Friday 19 August to Sunday 21 August 2011
Saturday 20 August Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
9.00am
1.00pm
6.30pm
Conference Sessions
Study Tour
Queensland Building Design
Awards Presentation
Sunday 21 August Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
9.00am
1.00pm
1.30pm
Conference Sessions
BDAQ AGM
BDAQ Member Forum
Sustainable Building Design - A New Paradigm
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MYALL YOUTH & COMMUNITY NETWORK CENTRE
The Building Designer No.164 February 201122
After years of planning, the Myall Youth and Community Network Centre is finally a reality and open for business.
Martin Building Design was contracted to design and oversee the construction of the centre and the result is a modern and energy efficient building incorporating sustainable design principles.Thebuilding was constructed by McNab.
The main building is designed with frontage to both Nicholson Street and the Warrego Highway.
A separate building provides rooms suitable forworkshops and activities.
Between the two buildings is a courtyard which is partly covered, allowing a shaded outdoor area whilenot obstructing light to windows of the two buildings.
MYALL YOUTH & COMMUNITY NETWORK CENTRE
Story by Nancy Evans, The Dalby Herald,published Tuesday November 16, 2010
© Copyright APN Australian Regional Media
The buildings have been constructed on deep piers to minimize movement.
Large locked gates at either end of the courtyardallow air to flow through, while making the grassed area safe for young children to play without fear of them wandering out onto the busy roads and providing building security.
The sustainable design provides solutions to a range of issues related to the site, such as the streetscape and community landscape.
It also allows for savings in energy, water and money,while creating a more enjoyable and comfortable
work environment.
Rainwater from the large roof area is harvested and stored in
tanks for use as an alternativewater supply.
All rooms have natural light, reducing the need forelectric lighting. Auto sensors turn off power when rooms are vacated.
The building is fully insulated and solar rated tinted glass throughout helps to keep temperatures downand block out noise from the streets.
All windows are provided with shading to reduceheat into the building.
Instant heat gas hot water units help to reduce energy use by eliminating storage of hot water.
The main entry/reception area has a high turret roof enclosed by adjustable louvres that can be opened to suit wind direction. The cool air from the courtyard is then drawn in through the reception area, providingnatural cooling.
Landscaping has been designed for low maintenanceand savings in water use.
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Helping build your future
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MYALL YOUTH & COMMUNITY NETWORK CENTRE
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SMALL BUSINESS FORUM
The Department of Environment and Resource
Management (DERM) will be holding the first of
two Queensland Water and Energy Sustainable
Technologies Network (QWESTNet) forums to be
held on the Gold Coast in the first half of 2011.
Facilitated by the DERM and proudly sponsored
by the Gold Coast City Council and ecoBiz, the
QWESTNet forums will provide information about
new sustainable technologies and easy to do, low
cost or no cost practices with an aim to help
small businesses not only reduce their energy
and water consumption and their waste, but
improve their profitability.
This presents an ideal opportunity for Gold Coast
businesses to find out how bottom-line savings
can be achieved through sustainable practices
and technologies.
With rising energy and water costs and an
impending waste levy, there is growing pressure
for businesses to reduce their costs while gaining
a competitive advantage.
QWESTNet forums are a great way for small
business to find out more about how the latest in
environmental best practice and technologies
can help reduce their energy and water use and
their waste.
As well, they provide an excellent networking
opportunity for businesses, providing attendees
with the chance to meet both producers and
current users of sustainable technologies to
share and develop ideas to improve their
business prospects.
The first of the Gold Coast QWESTNet forums is
being held on Wednesday 16 March 2011 at
Arundel Hills Country Club and the second on
Wednesday 18 May at Bond University. All
businesses are invited to attend. Registration
cost is only $22.00. For more information and to
register go to www.derm.qld.gov.au/qwestnet .
Forum to help small business cut costs through smart sustainable practices
Image: renjith krishnan / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
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the end of a canal peninsular at Palm
Beach on the Gold Coast and featuring
a sweeping 59m water frontage is this
timeless two storey beach-style home
by Dan Dignum.
Located on
White on white
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W ith an open and airy
ambience, the structure
features five generous
bedrooms, interactive living areas
with functional outdoor areas and
a separated sound-proof
media/adults section. Maximum
water views are achieved while
including sustainable design
principles and ensuring a good
level of privacy.
From the street, the home has an
immaculate presentation with a
white on white appeal, stacked
stone features and stained
timber, a scheme which is
continued throughout the
remainder of the building. Neatly
manicured gardens bring the
residence to life and enhance the
beach-style theme.
The stepping design follows the
contours of the site, with all living
areas facing north. The south-
western corner of the property is
dedicated to a children's play area
and service yard. The wet edged
pool follows the building and
boundary lines providing water on
water views from the living area.
The bedrooms are to the southern
side of the house. The first floor,
with views to both sides, is
dedicated to the master suite
featuring a balcony and
breezeway leading through to a
large ensuite and walk in robe.
To maximise thermal comfort and
protection from the elements, roof
lines are predominantly hipped
with 900 eaves, and exposed
windows feature sun awnings. The
external materials are mostly light-
weight and white and this,
together with a Zincalume roof,
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helps to reflect heat and keep the
home cool. Many of the windows
are louvred to allow maximum air
flow. Recycled posts and beams
add to the sustainability and
overall character of the structure.
Good interaction between indoor
and outdoor living is achieved
through the use of wide patios and
verandas directly connected to the
northern living zones. The media
and gym areas have been isolated
and sound proofed, with filled
block walls and double glazed
windows. The kitchen opens out to
the veranda with a bi-fold
windowed servery.
A spacious and luxurious beach-
style residence, the house features
a cool and calm atmosphere,
drawing inspiration from the vast
waters surrounding it. The layout,
building materials and attention
to detail enhance these
surroundings perfectly.
Dan DignumDignum Design 07 5520 6308dan@dignumdesign.com.au
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