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I buku is an international design-build team creating a new way of living. Comprised of many of the same team members that created the architecturally award-winning bamboo buildings at Green School, Ibuku’s current project is the Green Village: a community of

16 private homes. It is located within walking distance to the Green School’s river valley campus and is a natural extension of the growing international green community.

We build lightly on the land – redefining the meaning of luxury with a clear conscience. Bamboo is strong, with the compressive force of concrete and the strength to weight ratio of steel. Each bamboo pole is a uniquely curved strand of DNA that when combined, forms and informs a structure. With its three-year growth cycle and carbon sequestration it is a uniquely efficient and responsible resource. Our bamboo, selectively harvested from local sources, is treated ecologically and then lab tested to confirm its durability and integrity.

At the Green Village, each house is custom designed to fit the characteristics of each site and the family who owns it. We also custom design furniture and interior features for each home. Seven of the planned 16 homes at Green Village are complete; several of these are holiday homes available for short-term rental by their owners. Seven riverfront and two garden plots remain. Each home requires approximately four months design time and eight months construction time.

Ibuku - Creating spaces where living in nature is living in style

Elora Hardy

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Economic, Social, & Environmental Impacts Assessment

The Green Village project creates positive economic effects at every stage.

Our structures are 95 percent bamboo – a material that can be grown quickly and effortlessly on marginal land and does not require watering, pesticides, or cultivation. Harvesting and building long-term bamboo structures sequesters carbon and is therefore extremely beneficial to the environment – as a conscientious building material, not even sustainable timber can begin to compare. A bamboo shoot can become a structural column within three years and the house that is built from it can stand strong for a lifetime. Bamboo grows plentifully in clumps that once established, grow a new generation of shoots each year.

Though bamboo has traditionally been used throughout Asia in short-term structures, new treatment methods have given it a new reliability for long life. Our designs are drawing attention to this previously under-utilised material, opening up a new market for bamboo across Asia. Teams of local laborers safely harvest and treat the bamboo in an environmentally conscious salt solution. Boron, a naturally-occurring salt compound, suppresses the glucose inside the bamboo, rendering it too salty for insects to consume while being entirely safe for workers to handle and for use in a

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family home. The toxicity of Boron is only 1.5x that of table salt and is less corrosive than table salt. The bottom line is that using bamboo feels good: it is plentiful; it grows quickly and easily; it regenerates itself; and, it is uniquely versatile. Our conscience is clear and the world is more beautiful for it.

The word “Green” extends beyond our use of environmentally friendly materials to generate positive and sustainable social and economic effects in the community and in the world.

Our bamboo is purchased directly from p r i vate l a n d h o l d e r s a c ro s s B a l i a n d neighbouring Java. We are associated with the Merranggi Foundation, which distributes bamboo seedlings to villagers across Bali. Within seven years of planting, a seedling will have become a clump that produces mature bamboo timber to be harvested annually for generations.

In building the Green Village project, PT Bamboo Pure directly employs 120 people:

40 percent from the village of Sibang where the factory is located, 50 percent from other regencies in Bali, and 10 percent from other provinces in Indonesia. Further, around 100 sub- contracted Indonesian workers are involved in the Green Village at any given time. PT Bamboo Pure and Green School’s home, Sibang, is an area of Bali that has been passed over by the tourist industry that has driven economic growth in other parts of the island. Seventy-two percent of Sibang residents are engaged in farming and breeding, 20 percent in private enterprise, and 10 percent in other occupations.

Our Green Village project sprouted as an extension of the Green School community. The energy and attention that Green School is attracting from around the world makes it a magnet for creative people and ideas. These new Bali residents are star ting businesses; and, as the green community grows i t becomes more v ibrant . The plurality of society attracts knowledge and further innovation. The international media attention directed at Green School

and Green Village has given this area an unanticipated injection of economic growth. Green School is dedicated to creating future green leaders for the world, both internationally and locally. A percentage of every home sold at Green Village is contributed to Green School’s Balinese Student Scholarship Fund that has already provided 15 percent of the current student body with a tuition-free education. Bali is known for beauty – in the landscape, culture, and traditions. With an inherent sense of beauty, Balinese craftsmen are renowned for their high quality skill and craftsmanship. These natural artisans build our structures almost entirely by hand, using simple tools and a combination of ancient bamboo joinery techniques and new engineering innovations. Prior to working on building our bamboo structures, these craftsmen were typically engaged in the woodcarving trade, which involved destroying what remains of the Indonesian forests and rainforests. We are proud to be able to offer them work that fuses their

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traditional family occupations with new sustainable innovation that is attracting an international audience in a positive way.

The landscape of Bali is defined by the curves of rice fields – hand-carved and cult ivated by farmers over centur ies. While this island has been a jewel in the eyes of international travelers, scholars, a n d a r t i s t s fo r ove r a ce nt u r y, i t i s increasingly becoming commercialised and homogenised in the grand tradition of generic is land tourist destinations worldwide. While many places, vulnerable to outside influence, have lost their unique traditions in the face of foreign influence, Bali has proved remarkably grounded in its cultural practices. Nevertheless, the natural landscape of Bali appears to be less durable. At an alarming rate, concrete villas are paving over the rice fields of Bali.

To avoid adding to this disastrous trend, Green Village is located on the steep edge of a river valley – on dry land not used for farming. We carefully design each home

to fit into the existing contour of the ravine. We have built four-storey structures without the use of cranes or any other heavy machinery. On sloping sites, we did not flatten the land but instead designed around it, utilising a point-foundation technique that allowed us to build very lightly on the land, eliminating the need for machinery and retaining walls.

The houses are nestled into the hillside – their natural curves enhancing the beauty of the site. The original integrity of the land is intact and could be reverted to farmland if necessary. Green Village pools and homes are fed by natural spring-water that would otherwise pour directly into the river. Our homes are surrounded by organic vegetable gardens and other useful plants – further connecting residents with the land.

Our view on being green comes out of being logical, conscientious, and doing no harm. By utilising sustainable materials and artisan craftsmanship mixed with social responsibility, we have created a

unique new industry. We are committed to changing people’s perspective on the infinite potential of bamboo. Creating spaces where people can feel connected to nature without disrupting it is a thrilling design challenge. The diverse skill sets and perspectives of the people will make Asia a centre of sustainable design in the world. So much is possible here. Creative minds, skilled hands, a growing global perspective, and unique natural materials will find a way to make positive change.

About the AuthorElora Hardy was born in Toronto, Canada in 1981 and raised in Bali, Indonesia. In 2010, Elora founded the design brand Ibuku, and returned to Bali to work with the team of architects and artisans who had built Green School to create the homes at Green Village. For more information, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.ibuku.com.

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PROJECT DATA

PROJECT: Passivhaus BRUCK LOCATION: Changxing, China CLIENT: Landsea Europe R&R GmbHARCHITECT: Peter Ruge Architekten - Peter Ruge, Kayoko Uchiyama, Matthias Matschewski, Jan Müllender, Alejandra Pérez Siller, Duan Fu Thermal Structural Physics: Passivhaus Institut, Darmstadt, BraunschweigBUILDING: 2,200 square metres (gross floor area) COMPLETION: 2013

P eter Ruge Architekten sets new standards of sustainability through the design of “Passive Houses”, currently being built in southern China. With a 95 percent energy saving over that

of a conventional Chinese residential building, the Passive House “Bruck” is the first housing of its kind to be realised in the countries damp, warm, southern climate. Construction will start in fall 2012.

The Passive House “Bruck“ is a model apartment complex, consisting of 36 one room staff flats, 6 two room executive suites and 4 three-bedroom model apartments. This design approach plays a central role in the future strategy of recognised Chinese real estate development group Landsea. The company’s plans to establish a research and development centre in Changxing acts to test, improve and implement innovative, energy saving and sustainable building practices in China.

Peter Ruge Architekten planned model apartments so that Chinese families, interested in the benefits of sustainable housing, could be provided with an opportunity to temporarily reside in the building. Through this direct experience, prospective clients are able to gain their own understanding of passive house living has to offer, as the building demonstrates maximum comfort and quality of residence. This aims to reduce any prior reservations had towards the success of passive house design in extreme weather conditions. The local climate has shaped the impression of the facade: triple glazed window units have been specifically used in all private rooms and common areas, whilst fixed sun shading elements protect the glass facade in the warmer half of the year. The closed areas of the highly insulated facade act to protect the building shell from intense sunlight through a screen of coloured terracotta rods. Peter Ruge Architekten, together with their client Landsea Europe, the Landsea team of architects and engineers, and in cooperation with Dr. Feist and engineers from the German Passivhaus Institut, have achieved an important architectural milestone through the design of Passive House “Bruck“, and the successful introduction of sustainable and future-oriented passive house standards to the Chinese residential housing market.

Passive House Bruck - New low-energy building as model apartment complex in Changxing

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HyGroWall™ - An innovative landscape design


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V ertical Green Pte Ltd is a landscape consultant company that specialises in design and installation for vertical garden, green roof garden, and general landscape garden for residential and commercial applications. The company has innovated a unique landscaping product, known as HyGroWall™ which is one of the thinnest structure in Singapore, through hours of extensive

research in reinventing the world of landscape, to bring to you a whole new experience of the Vertical Gardens.

“We truly believe that the innovation of HyGroWall™ will bring about lighter, thinner and more energy efficient vertical gardens in Singapore,” said Darren Neo, director of Vertical Green Pte Ltd.

HyGroWall™ is composed of different layers of irrigation geotextile on which the plants will grow on to. This enables a large number of species to grow on the vertical surface, allowing for variety and artistic freedom in the design. The system includes an irrigation system providing the plants with a nutrient solution, and the irrigation process occurs for a few minutes each day automatically. As this system is fully automated, the maintenance requirement is minimal. Simple maintenance includes pruning, plant replacement as well as top up of nutrient supply.

The choice of plants are the core of the vertical growth technique, therefore different factors such as life span, light requirement, environmental condition etc will be taken into consideration. For

indoor vertical garden, mostly planted with shade loving plants, must be provided with plant growth lightings (sunlight replacement). For outdoor vertical garden, plant selection is chosen based on climate & amount of sunlight exposure. Therefore, a wall facing west will have a different expression compared to a wall facing east.

HyGroWall™ is made up of different species of vegetation growing as a community on the vertical sur face of the panel structure. This system consists of different materials that have the following properties: 1. High water & nutrient retention abilities 2. Extreme lightweight (20kg/M2) and ultra thin (2.5cm thickness) structure 3. Simple installation4 . E a s y p l a n t r e p l a c e m e n t & m a i n t e n a n c e

5. Automated irrigation & fertigation system 6. Promotes root penetration & anchorage 7. Absence of soil and soil-less substrates

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HyGroWall™ is made up of two different layers of geotextile materials that are anchored onto a vertical mechanical support panel, and the HyGroWall™ panel can be anchored onto any wall with mounting brackets. The plants are planted within the pocketsbetween two layers of geotextile layers.

Advantages of HyGroWall™HyGroWall™ is most well known for its ultra thin 2.5cm thickness, as well as its lightweight properties due to the absence of soil & soil-less substrates.

HyGroWall™ is easy to install without the need for assembly, and every component is weatherproof and long lasting. HyGroWall™ is designed to minimise water wastage through the recycling system and drip irrigation. Fertigation and irrigation systems are fully automated and regulated by timer, therefore saving costs on electricity, water and maintenance. HyGroWall™ allows planting of plants without the need for pre-growth, which reduces the installation period. HyGroWall™ allows easy removal and replacement of individual plants.

For more information, visit www.verticalgarden.com.sg.

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Project References

• National Parks (NParks) Singapore – Completed in 2012• The Club Hotel – Harry’s Hospitality – Completed in 2012• Visa Office – Completed in 2013 – Green Mark Certification• Google Office – Completed in 2013 – Green Mark Certification• Dow Corning Office – Completed in 2011 – Green Mark Certification• Unilever Office – Completed in 2013 – Green Mark Platinum Certification• Changi General Hospital – Ministry of Health – Completed in 2012• Ministry of National Development Office At Maxwell Road – Completed in 2012• Centre For Liveable Cities – Ministry of National Development – Completed in 2012• Pei Hwa Secondary School - Ministry Of Education – Completed in 2012 – Skyrise Greenery Incentive Project• Hwa Chong International Boarding School - Ministry Of Education – Completed in 2012 – Skyrise Greenery Incentive Project• Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) Singapore – Completed in 2013 – Green Mark Certification

T he innovative vortex separators are being installed at strategic city-centre locations before the outflows of

complex network of drains and tributaries discharging into the city’s Klang and Gombak Rivers. Fur ther significant orders are expected in support of the city’s far-reaching “River of Life” campaign to transform river water quality.

Kuala Lumpur is situated where the Klang and Gombak rivers meet and literally means ‘muddy confluence’. Widespread pollution prompted the Malaysian authorities to launch an ambitious project to improve 110 kilometres of the river into a vibrant and liveable waterfront, moving from its current class III - V status (water quality not suitable for body-contact) to a Class IIb river clean enough for recreational use by the year 2020.

Kuala Lumpur has an annual rainfall of nearly 2400mm with peaks up to 280mm in April

and November. Short duration showers can realise 100mm or more in an hour. Urban Malaysia’s typical storm drainage comprises deep roadside drains, which discharge into high volume monsoon drains, and eventually into the river.

The tropical Malaysian climate is subject to high flash flow conditions under intense rainstorms. The environment also suffers from large amounts of discarded waste such as polystyrene food trays and other packaging, organic pollutants such as food and cooking oil, as well as hydrocarbons. After storm events, the heavy load of silt and trash is visually evident in the rivers.

“Kuala Lumpur has major pollution problems with litter and trash, and also with oils and other hydrocarbons being transported in silts via stormwater into the network of drains and river tributaries which eventually flow in to the River Klang,” explained

Graeme Fenton, Export Manager for Hydro International.

“The Downstream Defender® was originally developed for more temperate US and UK climates. Installed offline in strategic locations, the Downstream Defender® is proving a perfect solution to capturing the large amounts of polluted silts that

An ambitious project to clean up Kuala Lumpur’s river system is being aided with stormwater technology from Hydro International, following record-breaking orders for more than 100 of its Downstream Defender® advanced vortex separators.

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The confluence of the Gumbak and Klang rivers in Kuala Lumpur.

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Kuala Lumpur’s river clean-up benefits from Hydro Vortex Technology

About the Downstream Defender® The Downstream Defender® is an advanced hydrodynamic separator designed to remove sediment, floatables and associated pollutants from stormwater.

The Downstream Defender® provides greater pollutant removal and retention in a smaller footprint compared to conventional gravity or simple swirl-type devices. Flow modifying components create a stable hydrodynamic flow regime that is ideal for solids / liquid separation and preventing washouts over a wide range of flow rates.

Captured sediments are contained in an isolated storage area. A built-in trap retains oil and floatables. These key features prevent re-entrainment of pollutants even under extreme surcharge conditions.

Hydro International, which has offices in the UK, USA and Ireland, provides cost-effective solutions for controlling the quantity and improving the quality of water with minimal maintenance. Hydro products have won international awards for outstanding contributions and technical innovation in the water industry. Hydro operates in the water and wastewater sector and the stormwater sector for the construction industry and, offers an enhanced coverage of treatment solutions to the municipal sector.

For further information about the Hydro Downstream Defender® e-mail [email protected] or visit www.hydro-int.com.

run off Kuala Lumpur’s highways and for providing “first flush” protection in intense storm conditions.

“In addition to capturing sediments the Downstream Defender® is also effective in trapping the large amounts of floatables, such as plastic bottles and polystyrene containers.” In this context, the ability of the Downstream Defender® to concentrate a range of pollutants to a single, accessible location is ideal. The process of maintenance is eased significantly and all performed at ground level using conventional vacuum truck equipment,” he added.

The orders are the largest ever made for the Downstream Defender® and follow

successful trials of the advanced vortex separation technology for the National Hydraulic Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM)1. Conducted by infrastructure and hydrological engineers Weida (M) Bhd, NAHRIM, the study concluded that the Downstream Defender® is an effective gross pollutant trap which captured and stored nearly all gross pollutants carried in the storm drain over the trial period.

T h e D o w n s t r e a m D e f e n d e r ® i s a n approved technology within the Malaysian government’s Manual Sahran Mesra Alam Malaysia (MSMA) which has placed increased emphasis in Malaysia on the need for stormwater control at or near source, and improve run-off quality.

A cleaned-up water course in Kuala Lumpur into which a Downstream Defender discharges.

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1 NAHRIM: Study on the Effectiveness of the Downstream Defender; November 2010

Inside view of a Hydro Downstream Defender showing litter and pollution collected at the top of the unit.

T he Infosys Pocharam campus houses the LEED Platinum rated Radiant cooled building. The concept building (Software Development Block-1, Infosys Pocharam campus,

Hyderabad) has a total built-up area of about 24,000 square metres. Distributed into east and west wings of 11,600 square metres each and a central wing of about 800 square metres. About 85 percent of the total building area is air-conditioned office area and the total occupancy of the building is about 2,500.

The most significant feature of the building is that it is split into two symmetric halves. One half is cooled by conventional (but very efficient) air-conditioning and the other half by radiant cooling. All parameters in the two halves – area, number of occupants, orientation, envelope and lighting – are identical and therefore the building is ideally suited for comparing two different technologies. To start with, the building has a highly efficient envelope with perfect orientation, double walls with insulation, insulated roof

and efficient windows with appropriate shading to maximise natural light in the building and minimise heat ingress.

How RADIANT COOLING PROCESS works: Moving water is more efficient than moving air because of their physical and thermal properties. Water can carry 3,400 times the energy that air can carry for the same volume. This property of water is used to achieve maximum advantage in a radiant cooling system. Also, the natural manner in which the human body dissipates heat is mainly through radiation. This is the primary principle used in radiant cooling. Cold water flows through pipes embedded in the slab and cools the entire slab resulting in the slab surface being maintained at about 20 deg C. Cooling inside the office space is achieved when the cold slab absorbs the heat (radiation) generated by people, computers, lighting and other equipment which are exposed to the slab. Fresh air is supplied through an air system to maintain a healthy indoor environment,

Radiant Cooled Building at Infosys Poocharam Campus

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and also to control the moisture inside the office space. In other words, the sensible heat load is addressed by the cooled slab and the latent heat load is addressed by the Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS).

The Benefits of RADIANT COOLING:

EnergyThe design of the building and the building systems was such the building was estimated to be about 40 percent more efficient than ASHRAE baseline building. The building was equipped with energy meters for each of the equipments of the air-conditioning system as well as the radiant cooling system so that individual equipment level efficiencies could be compared accurately. Also, the building features a state of the art Building Automation System to monitor and control the operation of the building systems accurately. The building achieved full occupancy in Feb 2011. Light shelves at the Radiant cooled building. Photo: © Infosys

The Radiant cooled building at the Infosys Pocharam campus in Hyderabad. Photo: © Infosys

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In 2011-12, the total consumption in the conventional air-conditioning system was about 440,000 units and in radiant cooling system was about 269,000 units. The conventional air-conditioning energy index was recorded to be 38.7 kWh/sqm and the radiant cooling energy index was recorded as 25.7 kWh/sqm. So, the radiant cooling system was 33 percent lower in energy consumption compared to the conventional air-conditioning system for the period Apr 2011-Mar 2012. These are among the lowest numbers for energy consumption in an office building globally.

ComfortThe radiant cooling system inherently provides a healthier indoor air quality as there is no recirculation of air in the system. Treated fresh air provided to the occupants for maintaining healthy conditions as well as to remove moisture from the space. In principle, the radiant cooling system reduces the Mean Radiant Temperature (MRT ) of the space since the slab is cooled. Therefore the perception of thermal comfort is expected to be higher for a radiant cooling system.

The building automation system ensures accurate monitoring and control of comfort parameters in the building such as temperature, RH and CO2 levels. A detailed measurement and study by a team of researchers from the Technical University of Braunschweig, Germany highlighted that the perceived thermal comfort in the radiant side of the building was better than the conventional side. Another detailed monitoring of IAQ done by SGS India Pvt. Ltd. reported that the comfort parameters were within the permissible limits of ASHRAE 55-2004 and ASHRAE 62.1-2007 for most of the building. Also, the building has been operational with full occupancy for about two years and no major complaints have been recorded for radiant cooling.

CostOne of the most important aspects while implementing any new technology is the capital cost involved. Higher capital cost usually

means higher risk and therefore slow adoption by the society. In the case of radiant cooling, it was a completely different case where the capital cost of the system was slightly lower than the conventional air-conditioning system. A detailed breakup of the HVAC costs incurred for the building is given below: (All costs are in Indian Rupees - INR). The attractive costing is expected to be a major factor in driving the radiant cooling technology mainstream in India. One of the main objectives that Infosys set out to achieve through this building was to show that new and efficient technologies need not necessarily be expensive.• Radiant cooling system is easier to build since it requires

fewer equipments and the overall cost of the system is slightly lower than the conventional air-conditioning system.

• Radiant cooling system occupies just one-third of the space compared to conventional air-conditioning system.

• The efficiency of radiant cooling system is about 33 percent better than a highly efficient conventional air-conditioning system.

• Radiant cooling system provides a better indoor air quality and ther mal comfor t compared to convent ional a i r -conditioning.

The radiant building in Hyderabad is considered among the most efficient buildings in the world for such climate conditions.

The building has been awarded LEED India Platinum rating and redefines the benchmark for energy efficiency in India. A technical paper on the building has been published in the World Energy Engineering Congress 2012. The building was also featured in the Best Practices Guide for High Performance Office Buildings published by the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, US. The data from this building paved the way for several buildings being currently designed with radiant cooling at Infosys and also other corporates in India. Through this building, Infosys hopes to lead by example and bring new efficient technologies mainstream, thereby starting an energy efficiency revolution.

The Infosys Pocharam campus in Hyderabad. Photo: © Infosys

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G reen roofs are becoming an integral part of our city’s architecture and rightly so. In densely populated Singapore, intensive green roofs create a sustainable green environment in our space-constrained environment. Intensive green roofs are now becoming a standard feature atop multi-storey carparks in HDB estates to provide elevated green spaces within housing precincts.

Treelodge@Punggol, Singapore’s first eco-friendly public housing project, Casa Clementi and Teck Ghee Vista are three developments which have incorporated such green decks, drawing upon the environmental benefits of green roofs to help reduce ambient temperature, while beautifying their respective estates. The green roofs also protect and prolong the life of the waterproofing membranes and roof skins by reducing diurnal temperature fluctuations.

VersiCell sub-surface drainage modules supplied by Elmich Pte Ltd were placed in the planter boxes of the green roofs. With a combined high compressive strength and compact design, VersiCell enables the planting of tall trees and shrubs such as Wodyetia bifurcata, Alstonia angustiloba, Schefflera actinophylla, Areca cathechu, Cordyline terminalis “firebrand”, chrysslildocarpus lutescens, Podocarpus macrophyllus, etc and even fruit trees like Starfruit, Banana and Papaya, offering welcomed visual benefits in addition to the many environmental benefits of green roofs. The makeup of a green roof retains and reduces surface runoff during heavy rains allowing it to be filtered at source. This alleviates the stress on central drainage systems at peak flow periods, mitigating downstream flooding and reduces pollutants in runoff.

The vegetation on the green roof absorbs light which would otherwise be converted into heat energy and radiated back to the atmosphere, the principal cause of Urban Heat Island Effect. The green roofs also deflect high frequency sounds and can attenuate low frequency noise. They capture airborne pollutants, filter noxious gases, and reduce the distribution of dust and particulate matter. A much-needed source of green amenity and recreational space these green roofs have transformed our image and perception of public housing estates, allowing for one and all to enjoy the green benefits of nature at their doorstep.

For further information visit www.elmich.com.

Green-Roof Installations for Public Housing in Singapore

Rooftop gardens and green roofs are increasingly gracing the blocks of many new public housing

developments in Singapore. Treelodge@Punggol, Casa Clementi and Teck Ghee Vista are three

examples of HDB projects that have successfully incorporated green roofs as part of their design.

PROJECT DATA PROJECT: Treelodge@PunggolLOCATION: 305C Punggol Road, Singapore 823305CLIENT: Housing & Development BoardPROJECT ARCHITECT AND DESIGN ARCHITECT : Surbana Corporation Pte LtdLANDSCAPE IMPLEMENTER : Horti Flora Services Pte LtdYEAR COMPLETED : 2010GREEN ROOF SPECIALIST: Elmich Pte Ltd

PROJECT DATAPROJECT: Casa ClementiLOCATION: 416A Clementi Avenue 1, Singapore 121416CLIENT: Housing & Development BoardPROJECT ARCHITECT AND DESIGN ARCHITECT: Surbana Corporation Pte LtdYEAR COMPLETED: 2011GREEN ROOF SPECIALIST: Elmich Pte Ltd

PROJECT DATAPROJECT: Teck Ghee VistaLOCATION: 308C Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, Singapore 564307CLIENT: Housing & Development BoardPROJECT ARCHITECT AND DESIGN ARCHITECT: Surbana Corporation Pte LtdYEAR COMPLETED: 2011GREEN ROOF SPECIALIST: Elmich Pte Ltd

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Kfar-Saba Green School The Green School in Kfar Saba, Israel is designed for gaining education but also as a place where students are introduced to global changes and are prepared for sustainable life.

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T he school, with its 18 classrooms, laboratories, library and other facilities will serve children from the first to the sixth grade. Designed by Knafo Klimor Architects, the building embraces

a large courtyard offering outdoor learning spaces in green areas and playground. Agriculture field adjacent to the building creates an opportunity to appreciate the richness of nature and its delicate state.

Kfar Saba Green School located in a sustainable neighbourhood will offer the students and their families a space for gathering and social activities after school time, thus strengthening the social ties within the members of the students’ families and community.

The schools’ curriculum will contribute to raising awareness to the environment and promote innovative ideas towards a better future and more harmonious life on earth.

Design Principals The Green School, located within a walking or cycling distance, was planned in a holistic approach, in order to create the right academic environment for the students while minimising the ecological footprint of the buildings by enhancing efficiency and moderation in the use of land, water, energy, and materials.

Nature is present within the school building by its openness to outdoor vegetation and to the sky in the inner courtyards and the green roofs.

The school is to be qualified the strict –“Leed Gold” standard (Leed for Schools v2009). The school is designed for optimal thermal isolation with double glazed windows characterised by thermal and acoustic features, to create an improved indoor comfort during all seasons.

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PROJECT DATA

PROJECT: Kfar Saba Green SchoolLOCATION: Kfar Saba, Israel CLIENT: The city of Kfar SabaARCHITECT: Knafo Klimor ArchitectsARCHITECT’S TEAM: David Knafo, Jonathan Meiri, Victor Abecassis, Ophir Oren, Hagai Hochman, Yaara Gishes, Yaron IsraelLANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: Zur-Wolf landscape architectsBUILDING: 3,430 square metres (gross floor area) COMPLETION: 2012 PHOTOGRAPHER: Lior Avitan

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Energy System

A geothermal system will supply a significant portion of the building’s energy consumption, for heating and cooling all over the year. Classroom spaces will be provided with fresh air supplied by a separate system.

Rainwater from roofs will be harvested along with grey water and will be treated and recycled for irrigation use. Reduction of water consumption will be obtained by a drip irrigation system for agriculture field and for gardening and by use of water efficient plants.

The building is designed to maximise day lighting in order to minimise the building’s need of artificial lighting. All the classrooms and study areas will benefit from natural daylight.

However, lighting system will be operated by economic lighting fixture for ensuring maximum saving and efficiency.

All construction materials are free of any toxins and are chosen with attention to their thermal qualities, durability and recyclability.

The Green School in Kfar Saba will adopt sustainable principles and will contribute to promoting the idea of a healthy life in an open and tolerant society and awareness will become an example for other communities to join the green movement towards a sustainable life and a promising future on earth.

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T he airport has a highly efficient passive design, which has been inspired by local traditions, and is

based on a flexible modular solution that allows for future expansion – the new building secures the city’s position as the main hub for the Levant region and allows the airport to grow by 6 percent per annum for the next 25 years, increasing capacity from 3.5 million to 12 million passengers per annum by 2030.

In response to Amman’s climate, where summer temperatures var y markedly between day and night time, the building is constructed largely from concrete, the high thermal mass of the material providing passive environmental control.

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Queen Alia International Airport, the spectacular new gateway to Amman, officially opened on 21 March 2013.

The tessellated roof canopy comprises a series of shallow concrete domes, which extend to shade the facades – each dome provided a modular unit for construction. The domes branch out from the supporting columns like the leaves of a desert palm and daylight floods the concourse through split beams at the column junctions. Echoing the veins of a leaf, a geometric pattern based

on traditional Islamic forms is applied to each exposed soffit. The complex geometry of the roof shells and fabrication strategy was developed in conjunction with Foster + Partners in-house geometry specialists.

Two piers of departure gates run along either side of the central building, which contains the main processing areas and shops, lounges and restaurants. Between these volumes, open-air courtyards – a feature of vernacular architecture in the region – contribute to the terminal’s environmental strategy: the plants and trees help to filter pollution and pre-condition the air before it is drawn into the air handling system and reflecting pools bounce indirect natural light into the airport.

The terminal is glazed on all sides to allow views of the aircraft on the apron and to aid

Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, Jordan

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orientation. Horizontal louvres shade the facades from direct sunlight – to eliminate glare, the louvres become concentrated in more exposed areas close to the columns. The concrete structure incorporates local gravel to reduce the embodied energy of the material, and to harmonise with the natural shades of local sand.

Amman is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world – the airport’s design resonates with a sense of place and local architecture, particularly in the domed roof, which from the air echoes the black flowing fabric of a Bedouin tent. There are also references to the Jordanian tradition of hospitality – in celebration of the custom for family groups to congregate at the airport, the forecourt has been enlarged to create a landscaped plaza with seating, shaded by trees, where people can gather to bid farewell or welcome returning travellers.

Mouzhan Majidi, Chief Executive, Foster + Partners said: “Queen Alia International Airport has been an extraordinary project – it has transformed Amman into a niche hub, while offering critical growth for the wider economy through regional links. The new terminal building is energy efficient, will accommodate phased expansion and provides a dynamic symbol for Jordan. Our early involvement from the conceptual design stage, supporting the selection of operators, and through detailed design and work on site has involved many of our specialist in-house teams, from architects to climate analysts, space planners and geometry specialists. It has been a pleasure to work with our Jordanian colleagues and the team at AIG, and it is great to see the results of this work come to life today.”

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Bona takes the passion for wooden floors one step further with the all-new Bona Oil System. The innovative range’s 2-dimensional design effect brings out the true character of wooden floors. With sustainability and safety in mind, key solutions enable exceptionally low VOC levels across the floor’s lifetime, while giving it robust wear, water and chemical protection.

PRE-FABRICATED GREEN BUILDING SYSTEMS – WELL & ABLE® INTERNATIONAL P/L Well & Able® International P/L is a Singapore-based company with offices and factories in Shanghai, PRC. The company’s associate business representatives span across the world, focused in Asia, Middle East, Europe & South Africa. The company specialises in design and manufacturing of Pre-fabricated Green Building Systems. This aligns the next-generation Global Building Standards of supplying fast, efficient, green and sustainable construction solutions.

Well & Able® has been involved in over 250 major & mid-sized projects for design, fabrication and installation over the past two decades. The company’s projects references are across Chemical plants, Pharmaceutical plants, large scale industrial factories, exhibition halls, train stations, machinery stores, mega malls, apartments, dormitories, schools, affordable housing & luxury villas.

Why Well & Able® is eco sustainable building system?

• Less debris of construction wastes• Less site occupation, less noise & disturbance during construction • Less structure formworks, hoisting, heavy equipments and site welding.• Less constraints of weather condition • Less or no new house syndrome• Natural ingredients of composition & highly recyclable building materials• Prefabricated modular building system & engineering• Faster & Dry construction rather than conventional wet construction• Steel structures with high structural flexibility to accommodate earthquakes and hurricanes.• Low carbon building system: less or no cement, less electricity consumption contributing CDM (Clean Development Mechanism)

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THE ALL-NEW BONA OIL SYSTEM – BONA

The full Bona Oil System is everything a p ro fe s s i o n a l n e e d s fo r c re at i n g a long last ing, beautiful oi led wooden floor – from design and protection to maintenance and care. Combining effect treatment with cutting edge technology, Bona has created a unique 2-dimensional effect that highlights every line, knot and contour of wood, while having the base wood colour as a stark contrast.

“Sustainability and safety is always at the top of our minds. So we lowered the VOC levels of the Bona Craft Oil and all our maintenance and care solutions to as low as under 8 percent. This means that the working environment will be greatly improved and the wooden floors will be safe to live on over its entire lifetime,” remarked Håkan Lindell, Strategic Product Manager at Bona.

The low-VOC Bona Craft Oil seeps deep into the wood, protecting the floor and enhancing its beauty. The Bona Nordic Tone and Rich Tone create stunning shades on the floor, while maintaining the wood’s natural look and feel.

When it comes to care and maintenance for oiled floors, Bona’s solutions offer truly unique performance. The revolutionary Bona Power Scrubber, combined with Bona Deep Clean Solution, deeply cleans the wooden floor and removes dirt in the fastest, most effective and safest way in the market. The excellent deep cleaned surface is then treated with a layer of Bona Care Oil to restore the floor’s protection and beauty. The entire process can be

completed in an instant, compared to usual maintenance procedures, leaving a fantastic and lasting end result.

“With Bona Oil System, we are able to offer a complete one-stop solution for the entire lifetime of an oiled wooden floor. There’re now endless possibilities for the effects that craftsmen can create with our range,” continued Håkan Lindell.

For more information, contact Pontus Forssell, vice president and director, Bona Far East & Pacific Pte Ltd at tel (+65) 6377 1158, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.bona.com.

W&A Besta Panel in a fish tank. The company put its Besta Panel inside the fish tank on 20 October 2010. After three years, the Besta Panel has not changed under the water and the fishes are swimming happily in the fish tank.

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Sky Factory Luminous SkyCeilings™ stimulate biophilic engagement.

Sky Factory Luminous SkyCeilings™ faithfully reproduce the subtle visual stimuli of a real skylight. As unique biophi l ic design elements, Luminous Sk yCei l ings dramatically transform interiors into more expansive, natural feeling spaces and promote biophilic engagement. Biophilic engagement, a healing rapport and connection to nature, provides well-established benefits for mind and body.

Several decades of evidence-based design research indicates that access to nature, and nature simulations, suppor ts healing, reduces stress and anxiety, and reduces the use of pain medications in healthcare settings. Illusions of nature created by The Sky Factory – notably, Luminous SkyCeilings™ – have been installed in healthcare and commercial environments around the world to alleviate stress, promote patient relaxation, enhance employee productivity and mitigate the fatigue generated by enclosed interior spaces.

Sky Factory artists use scale, perspective and layered visual compositions that interrelate with the ceiling grid to activate amodal perception (the perception of a single continuous object even when parts are hidden behind foreground elements) to create an illusion so realistic that the eye and mind interpret the Luminous SkyCeiling™ as if it were a real skylight.

Luminous SkyCeilings™ are backlit using 6500K high CRI (color rendering index) artificial light that can accurately reproduce the subtle hues and saturation of genuine skies. Sky Factory uses PhaseOne™ 80 megapixel digital cameras to create unmatched illusions of nature.

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Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Singapore. Photo: © Sky Factory 2013

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Crush 100% Recycled Glass T i l e i s m a d e f r o m 1 0 0 percent local ly sourced r e c y c l e d , c o l l e c t e d a t local window and solar f a c t o r i e s i n N o r t h e r n California. Fireclay Tile’s highly efficient glass firing p r o c e s s g i v e s C r u s h a unique pillowed edge and rich depth of colour. Crush features 40 colours, offered in two different finishes - gloss and matte. Fireclay’s glass pigmenting process allows for bold, deeply saturated colours that range from earthy neutral hues to bright, candy like finishes. With 17 different sizes and shapes, the design options are endless. Every order is hand made in just about 4 weeks.

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SGL Lindner GmbH & Co. KG has launched a new generation of the innovative graphite-based ECOPHIT® radiant ceiling.

The new ceiling was first presented at the ISH 2013, the world’s largest exhibition of competence in heating and air-conditioning technology. It was held from 12-16 March in Frankfurt/Main.

The new system, which raised great interest among national and international architects, planners, and building owners achieves a cooling performance of up to 100W/m2* and a heat output of up to 120 W/m2**. The ECOPHIT® radiant ceiling’s principle is as simple as it is effective: A core made of expanded natural graphite provides excellent thermal conductivity and distributes the heat quickly and evenly across the surface.

Whether in case of seamless ceilings or grid ceilings: Radiant heating or cooling with ECOPHIT® is the right choice when it comes to energy efficiency, additional room height and a degree of flexibility and freedom of design never known before.

ECOPHIT: More possibilities, less energy. Energy efficiency is one of the great challenges of our time. ECOPHIT® provides the right response with innovative graphite components that make air-conditioning technology in buildings more environmentally-friendly. Surface temperature control systems with ECOPHIT® distinguish themselves from standard air conditions thanks to their low energy consumption and healthy interior climate. They also open new possibilities in ceiling use for renovations as well as new construction projects.

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ECO-FRIENDLY FITNESS EQUIPMENT – THE GREAT OUTDOOR GYM COMPANY LTD The Great Outdoor Gym Company Ltd has launched a new range of eco friendly fitness range called the Energy GYM.

The gym glows at night through the energy generated by people power! This is an example of a glow system where the electricity is used to power the lighting in the evening to extend the use of the gym for residents.

The Flow e gyms and Energy Display Unit (EDU) is the system to do that. It stores the energy in its anti tamper, IP65 rated cabinet for use when needed later. It also clearly communicates the message of what the gym is doing through its power display and counts the energy you have generated.

The EDU is a battery bank and power display unit. This enables you take the maximum amount of energy from the user and store it in the battery for use on the gym or outside of the gym in lighting or any other uses from a 24V DC system.

There are currently 4 energy fitness to choose from which are E Recumbent Bike, E Spinning Bike, E Energy Cross Trainer and Handbike.

The Energy GYM is available in Singapore through Playpoint (Singapore) Pte Ltd. According to Jason Sim, managing director, Playpoint (Singapore), the launch of the Energy GYM is very timely as most of the developments in Singapore are going “green”. “This Energy GYM concept aims to add value to the greening efforts of developers, architects and landscape architects and they can achieve points for their Green Mark goals,” said Mr Sim. Playpoint will display the Energy GYM at the Green Urban Scape Asia 2013 show to be held at the Singapore Expo Hall 3A from 7-9 November 2013.

For more information, contact Playpoint (Singapore) at tel (+65) 6398 1558, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.playpoint.asia.

LG’s Multi V IV solution features cutting-edge technologies that deliver superior performance and top-class energy efficiency.

LG Electronics (LG) has released its new Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) solution, the Multi V IV. Equipped with a number of LG’s proprietary technologies, the Multi V IV delivers superior cooling performance that goes beyond the standard. The latest in the company’s successful line of Multi V products, this model offers industry leading energy efficiency, excellent operational savings and greater convenience.

The Multi V IV boasts a superior coefficient of performance (COP) of 4.34, made possible by LG’s cutting edge technologies. These include HiPORTM (High Pressure Oil Return), w h i c h e f f e c t i v e l y r e s o l v e s c o m p r e s s o r energy wastage, and Optimized Cool ing Heat Exchanger, which selected the optimal paths for cooling. With LG’s fourth generation inverter compressor – the High-side Shell (HSS) scroll inverter – and a BLDC-type motor coil , the Multi V IV effectively minimizes energy loss under part load conditions. It is also able to offer a 30 percent improvement in integrated part load energy efficiency, as well as an increased COP in cooling operation by 10 percent.

I n a d d i t i o n t o t h e i m p r e s s i v e e n e r g y efficiency, the Multi V IV offers outstanding performance capabilities. The unit’s efficient inverter compressor provides an even wider operational range of 15 Hz to 150 Hz, allowing it to have fast and efficient cooling. An increased number of valves from four to six also allow a more meticulous control of the refrigerant in part load condition, compared to most models from other brands with just four bypass valves.

With enhanced functions and features, the Multi V IV offers utmost convenience and flexibility. The smart control system allows users to remotely monitor and adjust settings via a smartphone or computer. The system also supports piping up to an industry leading 1,000m in length, while a lighter outdoor unit makes installation far easier. In addition, it is on average 14 percent lighter than the conventional model, making installation a breeze and exerting less pressure to the roof. “At LG, the consumer’s benefits are of utmost importance to us. We have integrated all our advanced, industry leading HVAC technologies into this excellent new solution, including a number of LG’s industry leading technologies. This allows the Multi V IV to have superior energy efficiency, performance, flexibility and cost savings. Moving forward, we will continue to expand our R&D investment and strive to become the true total energy solution provider in the near future,” said Mr Scott Jung, Managing Director of LG Electronics Singapore.

LG’s new flagship system air-conditioning solution, the Multi V IV, will be available in Singapore from 2 September 2013.

For further information, visit www.lg.com.

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Building green starts with Raven Door & Window Sealing Systems.

Raven is one of the world’s premium brands of door and window sealing products.

Innovation and technology will lead the way as society shifts toward a more environmentally sustainable infrastructure. Raven, in their quest to aid architects, designers and engineers, has developed high-quality door and window sealing solutions for energy efficiency, indoor environment quality improvement, and safety of commercial and residential buildings.

“We have our standard products but we always look to provide customised solutions to service our clients’ needs. We see ourselves as providing solutions rather than just providing quality products,

and we are always happy to educate architects, builders and developers with the concept of door and window sealing, so that they can service their client’s needs,” said the company.

Raven will participate in the BEX Asia 2013 - Build Eco Xpo in Singapore from 11-13 September 2013. Raven’s booth will be located in B07 to demonstrate its innovative fire, smoke, acoustic, weather and energy-saving door and window sealing systems. They are tested and proven against the intrusion of sound, fire and smoke, rain, cold draughts, dust, embers, light, insects and vermin. They also prevent leakage of heating and air-conditioning energy to allow energy saving, and are designed to meet the most rigorous International Standards and Building Codes. Some of the products will feature world first technologies and environmentally friendly designs. Attendees will be able to know more about Raven’s company background and products at the exhibition. The company looks forward to meeting you this year.

For more information, please contact Raven Sealing Products at tel (+852) 2987 6257 (Hong Kong); (+65) 6543 6810 (Singapore); e-mail [email protected] or visit www.raven.com.au.

Johnson Controls has introduced a new variable refrigerant flow (VRF) system to Asia, the YORK® YES Series DC inverter. The product brings many benefits to both commercial and residential building owners, including energy savings, comfort, wide ambient range, versatility and smart control. YORK® YES Series has one of the highest Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) of up to 4.0 and Integrated Part Load Value (IPLV) approaching 6.0, helping building owners achieve substantial energy savings. EER is a measure of the ratio of cooling output to electrical power input at full load, while IPLV is the measure at various operating capacities.

“We understand our customers’ needs for higher quality HVAC solutions as well as greater energy efficiency due to rising electricity costs in many parts of Asia such as China and Indonesia,” said Chuah Cheng Huat, director of HVAC for Johnson Controls Building Efficiency Asia.

The wide ambient temperature range enables YORK® YES Series to operate under extreme weather conditions – as low as -20°C for cooling – making it suitable for the different climates across Asia. It also offers greater comfort as users can set the temperature of each room individually. Furthermore, YORK® YES Series is versatile with unparalleled flexibility for installation, commissioning and product software selection. The comprehensive suite of smart control solutions include touch screen wired controllers, central controllers, smart home connection and building automation systems featuring Johnson Controls’ Metasys® Building Management System.

YES Series was developed based on three decades of pioneering work in inverter technology by YORK®. At the recent high-profile China Refrigeration Expo held in Shanghai, YES Super DC inverter VRF system garnered the new product award. This commitment to quality and innovation is further supported by the expansion of Johnson Controls’ Guangzhou factory to increase manufacturing capacity for VRF and conduct advanced research and development for this technology.

Visit www.johnsoncontrols.com for more information.

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Nowadays, businesses face a harsh reality. The scarcity of space have made it difficult for companies to improve their working environment and, in turn, affected productivity and revenues. So what is the solution to fully utilise the limited space available and generate better business results?

The answer – HUFCOR’s Aluminum 5000R Highly Acoustic Operable Partition HUFCOR’s Aluminum 5000R operable partition is the most popular choice for architects and interior designers around the world. Why? Because its 83mm thick 6063-T6 architectural aluminum frame is lightweight, yet strong, and space saving. Its sophisticated vertical and horizontal seal systems accomplish an acoustic performance of up to STC 51 and you can also choose from a list of finishes, from vinyl wallpapers, laminates to fabrics. There is also an option of glass aesthetics which opens up any room to a sense of spaciousness. The fine craftsmanship, durability, ease of installation and standard 2-year warranty make this product the first choice of hotels, convention centres, commercial offices and restaurants.

Uniquely HUFCOR – Patented Aluminum Track Systems Designed and developed by HUFCOR in USA, the company’s tracks are manufactured with a clear anodized extruded architectural high-grade 6063-T6 alloy that provides a positive alignment and optimum sound control. The tracks are also made to integrate with ceiling soffits and plenum sound barriers.

This proven high quality track system also ensures that HUFCOR’s partitions operate smoothly for years to come while the panels can be easily set up and stored. All HUFCOR tracks have been rigorously tested for a minimum of 100 miles (161 kilometres) – equating to a usage cycle time of approximately 14 years.

At HUFCOR, its wide variety of tracks are designed to meet your various operating requirements. Come find out more about HUFCOR’s Aluminum 5000R online today.

For more information, contact HUFCOR in Malaysia at (+60) 3 8993 9218 or in Singapore at (+65) 6742 9062. You can also visit www.hufcor.com.hk to know more.

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High-rise buildings often pose challenges of visually-discomforting gloss due to the reflection off roof surfaces from the neighbouring buildings. NS BlueScope recently introduced COLORBOND® ULTRA MATT steel, its new premium metal roofing material specifically developed with low gloss paint technology to reduce specular reflection (glare).

The COLORBOND® ULTRA MATT steel has a matt finish which carries lower reflection properties that enables it to drastically reduce specular gloss from roofing surface to as low as ±7 gloss unit as well as block out direct sunlight yet maximising daylight.

With modern developers and homeowners placing greater emphasis on roofing aesthetics, the new and improved COLORBOND® ULTRA MATT roofing material is the perfect solution that unites functionality and visual attractiveness. By combining beauty, durability, boldness and yet remaining minimalistic, COLORBOND® ULTRA MATT makes for an attractive roofing material that works well with both traditional and contemporary designs, making it one of the most fashionable options for consumers and businesses.

While the material reduces gloss, it provides a design advantage with three different colours to match individual preference. It is one of the most viable options to reduce gloss while looking stylish. Whether building a new home or replacing the roof on an existing house, COLORBOND® ULTRA MATT gives you the option of setting the latest trend in roofing, materials and colours so your new roof will complement the rest of your home’s exterior and remain in vogue for many years to come.

While NS BlueScope continues to achieve innovation breakthrough that improves the quality of life, sustainable solutions remain one of the core principles for the company’s business operations. COLORBOND® ULTRA MATT steel, under NS BlueScope COLORBOND® steel range of products, is accredited with the Eco-Label by SIRIM QAS International, a member of the Global Ecolabelling Network (GEN). which identifies a product’s overall environmental impact and its initiatives to raise the green standards in the product and its services.

This new and improved line of products also comes with a NS BlueScope material warranty against perforation by corrosion for up to 30 years by weathering in the natural elements, and a warranty for up to 15 years against paint flake and peel as well as a warranty against excessive colour fading for up to 10 years.

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Introducing LUXE Linear Drains for modern, stylish showers in any setting.

LUXE Linear Drains uses architectural grade, 100 percent stainless steel to produce a modern, stylish collection of linear channel drains and tile tray inserts for showers, tub to shower conversions or wet-rooms in any residential or commercial setting. LUXE Linear Drains decorative channel drains are ADA compliant and the ideal choice for barrier-free, wheelchair accessible showers in private residences or full-scale hotels, healthcare facilities, casino resorts, office buildings, educational projects, military housing, condos and all senior living environments.

LUXE Linear Drains consultations with leading architects, designers, kitchen and bath professionals, specification teams and craftsmen, has inspired a wide range of contemporary styles for modern, custom showers in any application. LUXE Linear Drains can be placed anywhere in the shower for unlimited design options using any size or style of porcelain, glass mosaic or natural stone tile surfaces. LUXE Linear Drains have no equal in style, strength, form or fashion, and above all other options in the marketplace provide true free freedom since they can be installed using any and all waterproofing membranes, materials or approved methods. LUXE Linear Channels Drains are designed to be independent of any one specific installation materials manufacturer and instead, are compatible with all.

LUXE Linear Channel Drains are universally designed to fit all standard 2” floor drains, featuring channel drains in patterned grates that are also available in a sleek mirror polish finish. In addition, LUXE Linear Drains offers tile and tray inserts, as well as 5” x 5” square tile drains that replace the strainer in most standard flanged floor drains. LUXE Linear Drains are offered in four standard lengths (30”, 36”, 48” and 60”). All LUXE Linear Drains are manufactured in the United States using 100 percent stainless steel.

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