August 2008 | ArchitectureAu

The August 2008 issue of Architectural Product News magazine showcased information about new products from suppliers including Austral Bricks, Demodeks, Porcelanosa Group Australia, Porcelanosa Group Australia and Stonevue. The cover story shone a spotlight on Mottura Australia Pty Ltd.

You can explore the latest news about architecture and design products, and specification, at ArchitectureAu Products.

Boasting a sophisticated minimalism, Stralys by Mottura is a new aluminium track system for wave-shaped curtains, ideal for unique and stylish interior environments. The system cleverly combines the latest technology with harmonious design.

Impeccably finished and providing impressive reliability, Mottura’s Stralys ensures a perfect S-fold in any application. The slidable system offers silent operation. It is suitable for both corded and hand-operated blinds.

Established in Italy in 1963, Mottura has become an industry leader in European-designed systems for window coverings.

Made in Italy, Architech is a new ten-colour tile range recently launched by Di Lorenzo. It offers three finishes (R9, R10 and R11) and an assortment of six sizes and two thicknesses. This versatile product selection is complemented by a full range of technical pieces.

The varied colours, sizes and finishes allow the specifier to cater for the technical and aesthetic requirements of each application – whether external areas, interior floors, shopping centres or external facades.

Architech is available exclusively from Di Lorenzo.

The new Rouse Hill Town Centre is located in the suburb of Rouse Hill, within the Baulkham Hills Shire, approximately 39 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD. The 122-hectare site is a combination of parkland, residential projects and a shopping centre development.

Hi-Light’s aluminium screens provide screen solutions to over 30 aspects of the project. The design brief included the need for privacy screens, display screens, sliding screens and passive sun control.

The front cover shows treatment to the western and northern elevations of the centre management offices. The oblique-angled SR203/75º screens are a most effective and striking shade treatment, with the blades oriented vertically. Contained behind the screens are aluminium grated walkways for servicing the facade and ensuring high-angle sun protection.

The image above shows a striking internal view of the shopping centre, depicting five different profiles of louvre blade oriented to achieve optimum shade and light diffusion through the year. Sun control to the residential towers is achieved with a combination of vertical and horizontal screens, type HC603. The cafe security sunscreens are type HA753(R), hinged with gas struts and attached to steel sub-frames. Treatment to the secret garden was achieved with suspended tiers of HA503 grating panels up to 7,200 mm in length.

Hi-Light Industries’ challenge was to provide structural verification, design and construction of new louvre systems, design of the connections and manufacture of the required screens, as well as access equipment and installation of the screen system.

For over 25 years, Hi-Light and Webforge screen systems have been custom designed and manufactured in Australia from Australian materials. Thousands of successfully completed projects in Australia and around the world are testimony to the comprehensive testing, care and research performed on Hi-Light products.

Altro Timbersafe, the world’s first timber-look safety flooring, is taking off in the supermarket sector. IGA, the largest independent grocery chain in Australia, has in recent months trialled and installed Timbersafe in various locations across the country.

Cornett’s Supa IGA in Deagon, Queensland, is by far the largest installation and is indicative of the faith IGA has in this product. IGA is becoming increasingly concerned about customers slipping, so they laid Altro safety floor throughout the store. Altro Timbersafe gave IGA the assurance of safety but with the beauty of the forest. The team at Cornett’s is so happy with it, they asked Altro to promote their new floor to other IGA members! They said it gave the place such lift that it felt like they had put in brand new lighting.

Altro Timbersafe is also ideal for hospitals, medical surgeries or any area where a safe walking surface with a warm, non-institutional lookis required.

Style® prefinished bamboo flooring was recently specified by international design practice Woods Bagot for the refurbishment of five office locations throughout Australia. Faced with an extremely tight installation schedule, leading Australian office fitout and supply company Schiavello Group were pleased with the unique features of Style Lock floating floor. Manufactured by Style Australasia, the prefinished strand-woven bamboo flooring with patented Uniclic® locking system enabled a fast and efficient installation – no glue, messy sanding or further coating was required.

Ideal for both commercial and residential applications, Style Lock floating floor, with its prefinished, hard-wearing and eco-friendly attributes, is an ideal choice when speed and efficiency are paramount.

Rentokil Tropical Plants supplies plants, containers and design services for indoor plant displays for business and government, as well as providing ongoing maintenance and service.

Experienced consultants at Rentokil Tropical Plants advise customers on every aspect of interior plantscaping, working through a rigorous three-stage process.

During design, an ever-expanding range of plant varieties and container designs enables architects, landscape architects and designers to apply their imagination. When the design is complete, Rentokil’s dedicated, experienced teams ensure the installation process runs smoothly. As the final stage, Rentokil offers ongoing service, with technicians visiting regularly to check on moisture levels, plant health and presentation.

High levels of interior noise can often be the direct result of uncontrolled sound reflection and reverberation. The high-performing SoundAcoustics SASA600/75 broadband panel offers a stylish and economical acoustic treatment solution.

In most applications, it is important that acoustic panels have the ability to absorb lower frequencies as well as high frequencies. The 75 mm thick SA600/75 acoustic panel has the ability to efficiently absorb sound across a wide frequency range.

Like all SoundAcoustics products, the SA600/75 acoustic panel features a hidden fixing channel for installation with a staple gun as an alternative to adhesive. The standard colour is charcoal grey; flock coating is available in a range of colours. SoundAcoustics products are designed and manufactured in Australia.

Locker Group’s range of expanded, perforated and wire fabrics are now complemented by a range of fixing systems, allowing simple and fast installation in a range of applications.

The L5 Tension system allows continuous drops of Transit mesh (shown below) to be installed quickly as an internal balustrade or down the length of a building as a sun-shading facade. The Transit range is custom manufactured up to five metres in width, with almost no restriction on length. The inclusion of the L5 Tension system reduces installation time on site, providing a strong and aesthetically pleasing feature.

Versatile Lexan Thermoclear multiwall sheet for glazing can be relied upon to deliver high-quality, low-maintenance glazing that is built to last.

It is suitable for a wide range of potential applications, including atriums, canopies and walkways, greenhouses, skylights and overhead glazing, industrial over-glazing, pool enclosures, partition walls and stadiums.

Wherever it is installed, Lexan Thermoclear multiwall sheet offers a host of potential benefits. Compared to glass, it is lightweight and provides plenty of design flexibility. The easily installed material also ensures excellent energy efficiency and light transmission. It withstands wind loads of up to 140 mph, has high impact strength and superior flame and UV resistance.

It complies with CC1 (ASTM D635) and Class A (ASTM E-84). A wide range of structures, coatings, colours, dimensions and gauges are available.

Erco’s range of floor washlights has been redeveloped to increase efficiency and enhance the quality of the light emission.

The redevelopment focused on two aspects: the integration of modern light sources such as high-power LEDs or miniaturized metal halide lamps; and the optimization of details, such as the design of the mounting frame or the reflector surfaces.

In both round and square versions, the new floor washlights illuminate walkways, hallways, stairs and other thoroughfares even more efficiently while providing a high level of visual comfort and an attractive appearance.

Produced under ISO 9001–2000 accreditation, the Albion display system offers one of the widest selections of high-quality sign-fix componentry available on the Australian market today.

From wall-mounted through-panel supports right through to side- and ceiling-grip panel applications, the system incorporates flush-mount button fixings and stand-offs in a range of projections to accommodate panels of 2 mm, 6 mm and up to 12 mm in thickness.

The range has been expanded with multiple-panel connectors and double-panel support fixings. Engineered for use with Albion stand-offs, the new panel connectors facilitate two- and four-way panel display application.

The system’s 19 mm diameter fixings are suitable for panels from 4 mm to 8 mm thick, while a 30 mm diameter option accommodates panels from 4 mm to 10 mm. Finishes including silver anodized aluminium, stainless steel, black anodized aluminium, brass and special finishes are available.

Long-lasting and dependable, Briton M5000 series floor springs fit many applications, including shopping centres, airports, office buildings, hotels and hospitals.

Tested to EN1154–A requirements, the Briton M5000 series floor spring is suitable for door widths up to 1,200 mm and weights up to 130 kg. It has been tested to 500,000 cycles. The dual-action floor spring has three installation adjustments to meet the needs of new and retrofit applications and, with closing and latching speed adjustments, it enables full control of the door during operation.

The spring’s cast-iron body and stainless steel cover are suitable for environments ranging from –25º to 40º.

In addition to the M5000 series floor spring, the Briton series patch fittings for glass doors feature a cast-aluminium body with steel spindle housing, providing stability and a longer life cycle. A durable stainless steel cover makes it suitable for door thicknesses from 10 mm to 12 mm.

Australian-made Planex furniture is made to order in over 140 colours. Planex is a local outfit that produces office-storage solutions favoured by architects and interior designers.

Referred to by The Melbourne Design Guide as “the pin-up boys of design manufacturing,” Planex works with local designers to manufacture sleek, hard-working, good-quality, smart, colourful products for the contemporary workspace. The extensive range can be seen at Planex’s new showrooms in Melbourne and Sydney.

DIS is the latest collection of ergonomic seating from Spanish manufacturer Dynamobel. Designed by Mario Ruiz in collaboration with German engineer Eckhard Hansen, the sleek lightweight collection has won numerous awards for product design and innovation.

The DIS executive collection is available with or without fully functioning mechanisms including seat-depth and lumbar adjustment. A range of back heights and finishes can be specified, including fabric, soft leather and mesh upholstery or a neat wood-finished version with outer backs finished in American walnut veneer.

Shown here is the DISDISDIS low-back visitor/meeting-room armchair with mesh backrest. This version is available with or without gas lift and can be upholstered in house fabric, soft leather or other options. It features an auto-return mechanism and a four-way frame on glides or a five-way frame on castors. The chair’s frame can be finished in a selected house paint colour or polished aluminium.

Lidco’s architectural framing systems represent one of the most comprehensive ranges of curtain-wall systems available on the market today. Whether the facade design requires typical or high performance, Lidco’s extensive range of unitized curtain-wall framing systems can be utilized with a range of mullions, stack joints and transoms, which cater for most architectural and engineering design requirements.

More important is Lidco’s technical ability and desire to work with architects and consulting engineers in developing customized solutions for architecturally and performance-driven projects. The Lidco team understands the importance of designing a job-specific system in a cost-efficient manner.

If Lidco’s range of standard curtain-walls systems does not meet your job requirements, Lidco will work with you to develop a component or system to meet your requirements.

Stramit Speed Deck Ultra decking raised the benchmark for concealed-fix roofing with its launch in 1995, when it won an Australian Design Award.

Since then it has established itself as a proven choice for the roofing of major commercial projects. The distinctive profile is popular with architects, who appreciate the product’s aesthetic appeal as well as its wide cover and impressive holding power. The 700 mm cover and simple installation also contribute to major savings in construction time.

Motorization of internal window coverings is quickly becoming a standard in new building designs. Somfy has expanded its product range with the release of the Sonesse collection of silent motors.

The development program for Sonesse focused on reducing and isolating the noise and vibration of the motor. This has resulted in a motor that surpasses Somfy’s already-advanced motor ranges with a noise level ofonly 44 dBA.

For premium applications such as corporate boardrooms, high-end residential projects, home theatres or any application where silence is a must, Sonesse offers consistently impressive results.

The Dulux Surreal Effects range is a collection of various colours, finishes and effects, including the popular Sarouk and Royal Silk effects.

The Sarouk range is a popular interior matt ripple finish designed for offices and shop displays. The Royal Silk range has a silky textured finish that will accentuate the look, feel and presence of any surface. The profile effects of Sarouk and Royal Silk create depth and warmth, while also camouflaging common metal surface imperfections like welds and grinding marks. Sarouk and Royal Silk can be used on aluminium, steel and most metal substrates.

Suitable for cladding, curtain walls, partitions, fascias and awnings, packaging and containers, signage and vehicle components, Symonite is a lightweight, fire-resistant composite panel. The company has been operating since 1986 and has demonstrated the quality and durability of its composite panel products in a variety of decorative facade applications.

The Symonite range of composite panels is available in a variety of colours and surface finishes or can be manufactured to individual specifications.

Symonite is becoming a popular choice for architects and designers because of its resistance to fire and impact, as well as the ease with which it can be worked using standard equipment.

At the forefront of digital printing innovation, the KIP Colour 80 is a new LED monochrome and full-colour CMYK plotter in A0 format.

KIP, a Japanese specialist in large-format multi-function systems – printing, copying and scanning – has incorporated decades of experience in LED technology to develop this versatile printer. The performance data of the KIP Colour 80 and the comparatively low consumption costs offer an attractive alternative to existing technology.

KIP Colour 80 ensures consistent reproduction qualities for black in both fine lines and on larger surface areas.

Arriving soon, the KIP Colour 80 will be available from Anitech.

Icon by Architectural Window Systems is an integrated range of 316.grade stainless steel hardware for aluminium windows and doors. The Icon hardware range offers superior weathering performance and durability along with robust architectural styling.

Developed for use with Vantage high-performance window and door systems, Icon incorporates a square-edge, rectilinear look that complements the lines of Designer series windows and doors.

Stainless steel gives a timeless finish to these contemporary hardware options, well suited to today’s architecturally designed homes. The Icon range includes hinged door levers and locksets, sliding pull handles, sleek flush pulls, bifold swivel operators and awning window fasteners.

Duette Architella Fabric is a new honeycomb shade design. This inventive new product takes one honeycomb and nestles it inside the other, resulting in truer colours, crisper pleats and superior energy efficiency.

Exclusive to Hunter Douglas Commercial, the new Duette Architella shades’ design forms three distinct air pockets for increased insulation against heat and cold.

The signature TruPleat inner structure keeps both the front and back pleats of Duette Architella shades crisp and consistent, from top to bottom.

The Strica series of lights is designed by Artificia, an Italian company dedicated to producing products with a balance of quality and design. The range is now available from Studio Italia.

Despite the company’s name, there is nothing artificial about the lighting range. Constructed from aluminium, polycarbonate and white borosilicate glass, these lights give great, even light, perfect for residential or commercial use. The Strica series has modern, clean lines and an environmentally friendly focus, with its T5 lamp technology. T5 fluorescent lighting uses less energy, has a longer life and higher output.

This series of lights is available in suspension, ceiling and wall versions in black, aluminium, white and orange.

Liquid Metal Technologies (LMT) provides decorative metal solutions for any architectural, design or artistic project. LMT specializes in original metal finishes that are durable, non-toxic and waterproof. Hundreds of styles are available, including nine metals – aluminium, copper, bronze, iron, zinc, brass, “gold,” “platinum” and pewter – which can be applied to most building materials of any shape or size.

LMT can create numerous patinas using wet or dry methods of application. When something different is required for a specific project, sample finishes can be specially produced.

LMT offers consultation and expert advice, short lead times, delivery and even on-site application if necessary.

Regarded as one of the most safe and effective ways to install ceramic tiles on facades, ventilated facades can provide buildings with both technical and aesthetic advantages. Working with Butech, Porcelanosa has used its expertise in ceramic tiles to create a new range of ventilated facades.

In summer, the system protects the building from the outside heat, while in winter it acts as an accumulator of heat.

Ventilated facades by Porcelanosa and Venis are available in a variety of colours suitable for residential and commercial applications, both perfectly complemented by Butech’s advanced fixing system.

Today, the mobile pedestal can be a true expression of taste and style – Elite Space’s wide range of options means it can be fully customised to meet the individual personality of any workspace.

The clever multipurpose unit fulfils various office storage requirements, but can also act as a seat – it can be fitted with a comfy cushion top for complete versatility. In addition, a range of drawer configurations and unit sizes are available to accommodate filing, personal storage and utility requirements. Various handle options can be specified.

From a colour perspective, Elite Space offers a contemporary range of over 100 colour options. A fully welded body ensures strength and stability.

The Elite Space range is manufactured in accordance with environmental standard ISO 14001. Since 1954, the Elite Built group has been a pioneer in sustainable manufacturing, ensuring production processes impact the environment as little as possible.

A BP Solar Energizer Kit from RFI is an all-in-one photovoltaic (PV) solar electricity kit for homes and small commercial buildings connected to the electricity grid. Ranging in size from 1 kW to 5 kW, energizer kits can be fitted to metal or tile roofs, are modular and expandable, and can be easily upgraded for the demands of a growing system.

All systems can be monitored from inside the home, ensuring the 3.5 tonnes of COCO2 saved each year with a 2.5 kW system can be easily tracked on screen. Figures like this indicate a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions per year compared to the average Australian home.

While each system is customised to individual clients’ needs, most systems can be installed in just one day.

Wintec Aluminium’s window and door products are innovative, functional and stylish. Wintec windows and doors are designed and manufactured in Australia, with modern designs and quality finishes at the forefront of the Wintec philosophy.Wintec products have been designed to suit all areas and weather conditions within Australia.

An ongoing commitment to product development and service paired with Wintec’s Australia-wide fabricator base ensure that specifiers in all areas have access to the latest designs in the window and door industry.

Highly glazed Burlesque bricks from Austral Bricks offer a suite of bold and exciting colours. They promise to add a lively new dimension to both residential and commercial architecture.

Just released, the range includes five enticing colours: Lust, a deep red; Chastise, a jet black; Leer, a crisp white; Envy, a vibrant yellow; and Smitten, a cobalt blue.

The bricks are available in the traditional 230 mm × 110 mm × 76 mm format, with headers and double headers to match.

Austral Bricks has display centres at Horsley Park, Bowral, Albion Park, Punchbowl, Fyshwick, Newcastle and Tuggerah.

European modular mounting and presentation product System 2040 is now available in Australia.

Installed in leading European salons and day spas, System 2040 balances outstanding functionality and practicality with simple, stylish looks.

Cutting-edge technologies using striking graphics, digital frames, modular shelving, LED lighting and water features can be easily integrated across the System 2040 range. This patented, flexible system is only limited by imagination.

Bright and contemporary Studio wool carpets are made from 100% pure wool. The 32 sleek colours in the range are designed to enhance interior spaces.

Three-ply yarn construction creates a stronger loop structure and defined stitching detail. Studio’s heavy-duty 44 oz pile weight and 366 cm broadloom width make it suitable for commercial or residential environments. The Studio range is certified VOC-free.

Edwardstown Carpets is a specialist producer of broadloom tufted carpets for customers throughout Australia. As a boutique manufacturer, Edwardstown Carpets designs and creates innovative, practical products with an emphasis on cutting-edge colour trends and flexibility. Together, these qualities enable the Edwardstown team to tailor flooring solutions to individual customer requirements.

Edwardstown Carpets is committed to quality in every aspect of the carpet-making process, from product design to advanced yarns, tufting and backing techniques. It is accredited to ISO 9001 and Environmental Management System 14001.

Rada Sense from Thornthwaite Technologies provides enhanced comfort for users of showering facilities in sport and leisure centres. Simply place your hand in front of the sleek shower sensor and the water flows. Perhaps you want the water to be a little warmer or cooler. Place your hand over the hot or cold sensor – and it’s done.

Incorporating the T-Logic digital intelligence system, Rada Sense controls water temperature, flow times with automatic water shut-off, duty flushing and thermal disinfection via a hand-held computer (PDA).

Rada Sense has a three-star WELS registration when used with VR105 shower heads and is approved to AS 4032.1.

Thornthwaite Technologies specializes in cutting-edge commercial bathroom technology. As distributors of Presto and Rada, its productsare designed specifically for water efficiency, reliability and low-cost maintenance of commercial, corporate and public washrooms.

Newform Italy’s advanced technology brings a touch of magic to the kitchen – but also safety, reducing the risk of scalding and burns from hot water. Technical innovation is paired with simple lines, making a strong impact with a decidedly modern and elemental look. The slender spout, gently curved towards the sink, creates a dynamic, sinuous movement that recalls a waterfall.

Chrome metal and brightly coloured LEDs are the key features of the D-Rect kitchen mixer collection, which integrates a temperature-sensitive system to change the colour of the water depending on how warm it is. Red for hot water, blue for cold – thanks to a temperature sensor at the end of the spout and integrated LEDs, the stream of water creates beautiful plays of light, with no power needed. The D-Rect kitchen mixer achieves a four-star WELS rating.

The D-Rect range is exclusively distributed by Brewers Design Plus.

Motivated by comfort and exceptional design, Keramag is a specialist producer of bathroom furniture and sanitaryware.

Keramag’s popular Guest range includes Visit bathroomware, which focuses on simplicity in design . clear, sculpted, geometric elements with concealed fixtures and parts. Clear aesthetics and strong designs ensure that the range is a simple, yet attractive addition to any bathroom.

Winner of a 2003 Red Dot design award, the Visit range is characterized by fresh concepts and ideas, evident in such products as its elongated Wall Fountain washbasin, the wall-hung toilet and semi.built-in urinals.

The Keramag bathroom range is available from Mico Design.

The Izona CookSurface combines ceramic glass technology with the performance of gas cooking – all neatly concealed below a smooth glass surface for easy cleaning.

A frameless piece of 900 mm × 410 mm black glass supports three individual gas burners that rise and retract at the touch of a button. The burners emerge from the surface for cooking, then, when no longer required, they disappear along with the control knobs.

Fisher and Paykel’s Aero fan-assisted burners provide sparkless ignition, instant flame and fan-forced gas features. The Izona CookSurface enjoys efficient, even heat distribution, offering high settings for stir frying and low settings for more gentle cooking activities.

Research by Fisher and Paykel showed that, on average, only 2.1 burners are ever in use. These findings drove the design of the CookSurface, resulting in improved ergonomics and a streamlined design.

Enware’s Touch Actived Time Flow tap makes use of the latest automatic shut-off technology.

A light touch on the top, and water flows for the preset time with an accurate automatic shut-off. The no-hold on feature means the water can’t be left on, while the intelligent turn-off feature means the water can be turned off before the programmed time, saving extra water.

The tap’s slick looks are combined with inner toughness. With no external moving parts or hold-open parts, it is resistant to vandalism.

Impressive flow accuracy is provided by a latching solenoid valve. The flow time is easily adjustable and programmable: no need to turn the water off and no need to make internal adjustments. Timing can be programmed in one-second increments to suit the application requirements.

Offering the luxury of a rain-style shower with the flexibility of a wall-mounted fitting, Italian tapware specialist Zucchetti’s new Soft shower head is a clever design for contemporary bathrooms.

Designed by Roberto and Ludovica Palomba, the design is generously proportioned at 56 cm × 24 cm. The internal frame for the mounting system is made from brass and polished stainless steel, ensuring the whole shower head is exceptionally strong.

This innovative new model by Faucet Australia combines a modern sink mixer with a neat pin-lever drinking water tap.

The concept eliminates the need for a separate drinking water tap at the sink, making for a neat, uncluttered look – the perfect solution for the modern kitchen.

The complete drinking water package uses an effective twin under-sink purification system. The dual-port design ensures that drinking water is always kept separate from tap water to prevent contamination.Designed and built in Australia, this model complies with AS AS AS 3718 and the WELS regulation. It carries a five-year guarantee.

Veitch stainless steel shower channels offer a stylish and practical solution to draining water in open showers. Grading the floor in a single direction toward the channel at the rear of the shower eliminates the need to cut and mitre large tiles. They can either be set out from the wall or can go hard against the wall with tiling up-stands.

There are now three different grate patterns available in either satin or chrome finish. The stainless steel channels are available in custom lengths up to 2.4 metres, with built-in fall to a 50 mm outlet that can be positioned along the length of the channel.

All channels are sold through plumbing merchants nationally.

To apply a cool, decorative finish, a sandblasting technique can be used on CaesarStone surfaces.

Thanks to its composition – 97% quartz plus pigments and polymers – CaesarStone is strong enough to endure the sandblasting. A fine stream of water containing abrasive powder is blasted at the material at high pressure, allowing it to either etch the surface or completely cut through.

These patterned slabs can be used as feature walls, counters and partitions in commercial or residential design. The process is highly controlled and computer operated, enabling endless applications for architects and designers.

The sandblasted surface maintains its original CaesarStone properties, including resistance to scratching, staining and heat, while simultaneously requiring little maintenance.

Izona represents new thinking in kitchen design and functionality. “Essentially we have deconstructed the traditional kitchen, and reconstructed a cooking and living environment that makes sense for the 21st century,” says Fisher and Paykel national marketing manager Peter Russell.

CoolDrawer is a multi-temperature fridge drawer that cools, stores, freezes, preserves and freshens foods at five specifically designed temperature controls. The 900 mm wide easy-pull-out drawer system with premium-quality runners provides easy access to food. The modular CoolDrawer system means drawers can be placed and used as function dictates – fruit and vegetables can be stored in one, meat and dairy in another, and drinks and snacks in one located closer to the living or eating area of the kitchen.

The Izona CookSurface ceramic gas cooktop and VentSurface intuitive extraction system are also available.

Kitchens by DK Design Kitchens combine unique and simple designs with contemporary colours and multiple textures. Reflecting emerging trends from Europe, DK’s latest range mixes contrasting materials of varying thicknesses – for example, thin stone with defined stainless steel features, or Carrara marble with the rich tones of timber.

Produced using local craftsmanship, DK Design Kitchens borrow the latest ideas from Italian and Danish kitchen design. New trends in cabinetry will see the inclusion of push-activated electronic drawers and wall-opening units with hydraulics and lifting mechanisms.

The cupboards and doors in DK Design Kitchens projects are individually manufactured and screwed together for long-term structural integrity. High-quality Austrian and German technology, including working parts such as stainless steel runners and hinges, is integrated throughout the kitchen.

When installing an ensuite, it is a natural assumption that plumbing the waste away can be a daunting and costly process, especially if the proposed location is away from existing sewer lines.

Soon to be released from Saniflo is the new Sanislim – a 120 mm wide macerating pump that will allow you to install a toilet, vanity basin and shower without having to undertake major structural works. Designed to fit behind slimline sanitary ware, the Sanislim can pump waste away up to 4 metres vertically or up to 40 metres horizontally to the main sewer. The new ensuite to be installed in almost any location.

The Regatta BubbleMassage bath by Kohler uses a proprietary air-jet design to deliver an enveloping bathing experience, while ensuring a clean bath design that integrates smoothly with contemporary fittings. The tub’s 120 jets are precisely positioned on the lower perimeter of the bath, creating a balanced bubbling action even at low speeds.

The Regatta’s massage-intensity level can be adjusted to allow bathers to individualise the experience. In addition, an intelligent cleaning system allows an automatic cycle to activate fifteen minutes after use, which will dry the bath and remove all water residue.

Stormtech specializes in impressively narrow stainless steel lineal drainage solutions for bathrooms, thresholds, courtyards, paved areas, pool surrounds and balconies.

Alongside the popular Slim Line range for bathrooms and showers, Stormtech offers an award-winning range of high-efficiency outdoor products. The team can also create custom solutions for most applications.

Stormtech achieved DesignMark recognition at the 2004 Australian Design Awards for the 38G90 Special Assembly. The company also pioneered the original Slot Drain.

Supplying both locally and internationally, Stormtech is a 100% Australian family company.

Boasting functional design and modern styling, the Raymor Torino mixer range brings character to any bathroom or kitchen. Smooth curves matched with bold lines ensure the range can offer a solution toany renovation.

Complementing the existing Torino pillar and gooseneck mixers, Raymor has added the new square-spout Torino sink mixer to the range. It combines the smooth lines of the gooseneck sink mixer with the bold design of thepillar mixer.

The square-spout Torino mixer achieves a five-star WELS rating.

Fashioned into eight modern and innovative shapes, the new Urbi basin collection from Roca boasts elegant designs perfect for luxury bathrooms.

The range features organic designs and sinuous shapes with flowing lines. This combination of aesthetics and functionality enables the Urbi basins to complement contemporary bathroom designs.

With a crisp white finish, the countertop basins have all been created with shallow bowls to encourage reduced water consumption.

The Urbi range was designed by acclaimed Italian architect and designer Carlo Urbinati. One of the latest designers commissioned by Roca, Urbinati specializes in both architecture and product design. He has worked across homes, hotels, restaurants, shops and exhibitions, as well as developing lighting, kitchen and bathroom products. He currently teaches at the Instituto Quasar design university in Rome.

The Purl freestanding bath from Aqva Design has the sculptural look of a large oval basin. With a thickness of only 12 mm, the bath appears delicate without being fragile.

Purl has been designed to minimize occupied space, as many baths, either freestanding or on podiums, can become cumbersome in compact bathrooms. Internally, the bath is generously proportioned and comfortable, with a cocooning depth of 575 mm and height of 650 mm. Externally its dimensions are economical, at 1,685 mm long and 800 mm wide.

Purl is designed and handmade in Australia.

Recognising the potential for a well-designed bathroom to become a relaxing escape from hectic modern life, Swiss bathroom specialist Laufen has expanded its existing ceramic ranges with a selection of sleek and stylish European-designed tubs. These new additions position the brand as a complete supplier of bathroom solutions.

The brains behind Laufen products are Italian design duo Ludovica and Roberto Palomba. They envisage bathrooms as a space within the home that can contribute to general relaxation and a sense of wellbeing. Translating this concept into a new visual language has resulted in bathroom furniture that works seamlessly with the bathroom’s architecture and natural light.

Having just won a prestigious Red Dot design award, Asko’s Laundry Care has cemented its position as one of the most stylish innovations to come out of Sweden. It can be put anywhere in the home – because no one will know that it conceals the whole laundry.

The washing machine and tumble dryer are integrated behind closed doors that complement the rest of the room’s cabinetry, creating the perfect working environment. White, black and stainless steel finishes are available or custom doors that complete the style of the home. Three hidden helpers can be integrated with the appliances – an ironing board, a pull-out shelf for folding clothes, and a pedestal drawer for coat hangers and detergents.

Laundry Care is also environmentally responsible, with ISO 14001 environmental accreditation, which means the washing machine and tumble dryer can be recycled at the end of their life span. The washing machine has a four-star water rating and a four-star energy rating.

Functional , ergonomic and durable, Laundry Care boasts a cool Scandinavian aesthetic.

Italian company Mutina is the latest addition to the Rogerseller range of exclusive partners. The Mutina tile collections are characterized by hand-crafted details and traditional production methods that enhance the qualities of the materials, such as porcelain stoneware and volcanic clay.

The five ranges from Mutina, for both floor and wall, feature soft, textured surfaces in strong single colours. The products evidence purity, simplicity, attention to detail and solidity, utilizing dense, compact colours.

Inspired by design, innovation and function, Rogerseller specializes in unique bathroom solutions.

Urban, Escape, Impulse and Percussion are four new carpet tile ranges from EC Modular. For impressive flexibility, the new ranges are available in complementary palettes of six colours each, offering plenty of options for design, colour and layout.

All EC Modular carpet tiles feature EComfort environmentally advanced backing. ECEComfort contains 90% post-consumer recycled content and is 100% recyclable. Every square metre of EComfort diverts thirty-four 600 ml PETPET drink bottles from landfill. Plus, it is 150% more thermally efficient than hard backed tiles (such as PVC or bitumen).

For greater comfort, EComfort effectively absorbs foot impact to reduce leg fatigue. The felt-like EComfort backing reduces noise too, resulting in quiet environments.

The range was developed for superior dimensional stability – no PVC, fibreglass or bitumen is used during its construction.

Stonevue has created a range of pavers unrivalled in strength and durability, designed specifically for civic and commercial applications. The pavers are now being specified in Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Middle East.

In Melbourne, the modern architecture of the Methodist Ladies’ College Junior School required an entry to match – modern, but with enduring style and functionality. Stonevue pavers were selected for the project.

Designed by EDAW in conjunction with DesignInc, a bold linear pattern was created using Stonevue’s longest format size in contrasting colours. The Stonevue All-In-One stairs continue the clean lines, while the shot-blasted finish ensures maximum slip resistance for a safe and child-friendly zone.

Stonevue products include pavers, stairs and kerbs in a range of sizes, colours and finishes.

Euroscreen, from Vertilux’s Greenstar fabric range, was used for the engineered Vertilux roller-blind system installed in the twenty floors of Innovation Place in North Sydney, a certified four–Green Star project.

Selected for its excellent solar properties, lack of PVC content and VOCs, Euroscreen offers a natural feel and texture. It is flame retardant without the use of chemicals or coatings and has been tested to AS 1530.3 and AS 3837 – BCA Classification Group 1.

The full range of Vertilux Greenstar fabrics is certified under Oeko-Tex Standard 100. This certificate shows that the fabric has been evaluated and screened for any harmful substances present within the textile processes.

Vertilux is a member of the Green Building Council of Australia.

Adding a new dimension to glass surfaces, Lateral is the latest in design and decorative film from High Performance Window Films. It redefines the way window films interact with traditional architecture and interior design. Full photo-quality images can now be digitally printed directly onto frosted, opaque or clear films, providing cutting-edge design solutions for corporate and retail identity. Whether it’s logos, internal office partitions or signage, HPWF offers in-house design and production facilities to meet tight deadlines and client demands. In addition, HPWF has a full spectrum of coloured translucent films, all with a durable scratch-resistant coating.

High Performance Window Films provides professional advice on Lateral decorative and designer films as well as an extensive range of safety, security, anti-graffiti and energy-management films.

For high-traffic retail, hospitality and commercial environments, Tarkett’s new range of ID Premier vinyl tiles give scope and flexibility for creative flooring solutions.

The Wood collection ranges from light shades through to richer colours and from subtle textures to distinctive grains. The Stone collection shares the beauty of marble, stone and other natural materials, while the Design collection has vibrant colours, metallic effects and photographic realism.

ID Premier’s tough TopClean XP PUR-reinforced surface makes it easy to clean and resistant to stains, chemicals and abrasion. No wax or polish is needed throughout the floor’s service life, and maintenance costs can be kept to a minimum.

WE-EF has extended its range of compact projector luminaires.

The FLC121 is the smallest yet, with dimensions of 250 mm × 110 mm and weighing in at just 1.5 kg. It uses the latest compact metal halide technology and includes electronic control gear as standard.

The FLC121 is available in 20 W and 35 W versions, in narrow, medium and wide distributions. At a time when energy consumption and “whole of life” cost are gaining prominence, the 20 W metal halide version has equal performance to the 75 W dichroic floodlights used extensively in low-cost garden lighting products. It has an extensive array of accessories including colour filters and glare shields.

Spain’s Porcelanosa Group is a leader in the ceramic wall and floor tile sector. The company’s ongoing work in research and development results in exciting products that are characterized by technological innovation.

The Timber-Look series from Porcelanosa and Venis is no exception – it requires no maintenance, is durable and can be cleaned easily. The tiles will not scratch or require sealing and are resistant to fire, moisture, stains, termites and oil, making them ideal for external and internal applications.

Porcelanosa’s Timber-Look tiles are available in a variety of colours and formats for commercial and residential use.

ASI Glass integrated photovoltaic systems generate solar electricity while satisfying important building envelope requirements such as thermal insulation and shading, making them ideal for glazing, facade and shading applications. ASI Glass laminated and double-glazed units are compatible with commercially available framing systems.

The multifunctional ASI Glass saves costs elsewhere. There is no need to invest in additional shading – external or internal – and it can allow smaller heating and cooling systems to satisfy airconditioning requirements.

Various design options enable the flexible system to integrate solar panels into the building.

The Elite Built group now offers a totally green approach to the Elite Space range of office storage solutions.

Sustainable processes are used at both the Sunshine and Bayswater plants in Melbourne. These sites have international-standard environmental and quality accreditation for the design, manufacture and distribution of all Elite Space products.

A continuous-improvement project framework drives the company’s environmental management objectives and programs. A good example is Elite Repeat – an intelligent service for recycling selected Elite Space products to give them new life.

Makrolon Multiwall is a lightweight polycarbonate glazing sheet that offers scope for new ideas.

Cutting-edge construction of internal walls and chambers gives high impact strength and excellent insulation properties. Both sides of the sheet have a co-extruded UV barrier, giving superior resistance to outdoor weathering and reliable protection from UV rays. Makrolon Multiwall sheets offer advanced light-transmitting properties and can be cold bent, making them ideal for a wide range of applications.

Makrolon Multiwall sheets are used internationally for pool covers, greenhouses, partitioning, fences, screens and glazing of sports stadiums and buildings of any size.

Manufactured by Okamura, UCI’s Grata chair is designed for ergonomic function with optimum mobility.

The flexible, new grid encourages movement while providing active support, variety and comfort in every seating position. The ankle-tilt reclining mechanism enables the seat to follow smoothly with the tilting back, allowing users to sit for hours without getting fatigued. Both swivel and four-legged options in various upholstery colours are available, making Grata ideal for various workplace environments.

Grata is composed of 54% recycled content and is 98% recyclable. The range is available through UCI showrooms nationally.

As housing lots get smaller and houses get bigger, more and more residential projects incorporate fire-rated exterior walls to satisfy BCA requirements for buildings constructed in close proximity to the boundary.

Boral’s OutRwall lightweight, fire-rated exterior wall system provides a cost-effective solution for such buildings. Providing fire ratings of 1 or 1.5 hours, the OutRwall exterior wall system utilizes Boral Wet Area Firestop plasterboard on the outside of the wall frame, protected by waterproofing membrane and lightweight exterior cladding on battens. Standard Core or Firestop plasterboard is applied to the inside of the wall frame, depending on whether fire rating is required from both directions.

Suitable for new residential and commercial construction or extensions to existing buildings, OutRwall can be prefabricated and installed from one side if access to the neighbouring property is restricted.

Devi Heating Systems allows home owners to enjoy stylish floor surfaces such as marble, stone, tiles and polished concrete even during the cold winter months.

Rather than distributing hot air around the house, Devi underfloor heating provides a pleasant warmth for the feet and body by warming the floor surface. With virtually no travelling dust particles, it is ideal for people with allergies or asthma. Devi underfloor heating is hidden from view and does not take up valuable space.

Devi Heating Systems also offers thermostats, mirror heaters, heated towel rails, ceiling heating and heating panels. They are available Australia-wide and are approved to Australian standards.

Viridian DécorPanel creates a sleek, modern finish for wardrobe doors and decorative internal wall panelling, resulting in a subtle, luminous and striking contemporary quality.

DécorPanel is a paint-coated glass, with a vinyl backing applied to the painted surface to provide Grade A safety-glass protection. Placing the coating on the back of the glass adds a sense of depth not normally present in opaque materials.

With a choice of two contemporary colours, DécorPanel is made in Australia, combining the beauty of glass in a decorative interior product.

Available in Executive and Task models, Flex Point is the newest addition to Baseline’s chair range. It offers sleek, contemporary looks without compromising comfort.

Flex Point has a height-adjustable mesh back, a moulded seat with integrated seat-depth and seat-angle adjustment. The chair also features a gas lift with deep spring suspension, adjustable tension control and a point-syncro mechanism that allows the chair to be locked into five different positions. The chair’s arms can either be fixed-height or 3D-adjustable.

Flex Point is Australian made and carries an AFARDI level-six rating.

New terrazzo glass tiles by Hanson can be customized to suit any colour scheme, providing a versatile new option for hard-wearing floor surfaces.

Terrazzo tiles are suitable for many applications, including large-scale civil and commercial projects. They are a stylish flooring solution for shopping centres, airports, foyers and feature areas that must endure high-volume pedestrian traffic. Terrazzo tiles are available in a standard 400 mm × 400 mm × 27 mm size and an unlimited range of colours, with base colours of black, white, red, blue and yellow.

Terrazzo glass tiles provide a sophisticated look for new developments. Terrazzo can match almost any colour on the market, making it ideal for refurbishing old developments and creating easy transitions into existing environments.

With energy use gaining extensive media coverage, Trend Windows and Doors has addressed energy efficiency with Thermashield, now offering energy ratings up to 7.5 stars and a more precise way to shield homes from weather extremes.

The extensive selection of windows and doors in the Thermashield range is extremely efficient in energy terms and delivers very low u-values of 1.9, with single- and double-glazing options and low-e glass combinations (NFRC figures). Low air infiltration and solar heat gain coefficient levels of around 0.3 mean Thermashield can offer significant savings on energy bills.

PGH continues to embrace the power of colour and has just launched its new blue/black brick: Blue Steel Flash.

In keeping with modern trends, it is the perfect accompaniment to timber, glass and steel, as shown in this composite design. With imagination, Blue Steel Flash can bring any design to life and challenge conventions – whether used on a whole project or as a feature to highlight a specific design element. This product is ideal for the discerning architect or designer with an eye for quality and a desire for individuality.

With a wire-cut face, the bricks are suitable for today’s modern home designs, but can also be used to match the blue/black bricks of yesterday – which is usually reserved for dry-press products. Blue Steel Flash is also available with short lead times.

Created by the Dickson design office and designer Isabelle Rodier, the Orchestra 2008 collection reflects trends in outdoor decoration, in particular original fabrics that imitate natural materials like linen and hemp.

Ideal for sun protection, patio shades and tents, the new Orchestra by Dickson uses an ultra-resistant high-tech material to provide impressive performance, UV protection, light filtering and natural airconditioning.

The range spans bluish and grey tones, with new striped patterns and improved solids, resulting in a wide range of outdoor canvasses.

Port Melbourne’s iconic Station Pier has recently undergone a facelift. CTA’s PolyPad® retrofit tactile indicators have been selected as the product of choice for this historical timepiece.

Doug McGuiness, asset engineer with the Port of Melbourne Corporation, said of the product: “CTA’s PolyPad® retrofit tactiles were used on the revamp of Station Pier because of their unique dimensions of 600 mm × 900 mm. This means that they provide fewer joints, giving a more seamless look to the project.” He adds, “Flexibility was a big consideration as they were being placed over a timber boardwalk which has some movement to it. We needed a product that could offer flexibility because of this.”

Station Pier has heritage overlays, so, even though the code for the disabled takes precedence over heritage considerations, there is still an effort made to retain an aesthetic balance between heritage and legal requirements.

Developed for Australia’s outdoor lifestyle, Hyne T3 Green is perfect for use in external above-ground structural applications like pergolas, carports, verandahs and decks.

Green by name and green by nature, it contains a new non-toxic treatment to outdoor H3 levels and is mechanically graded (MGP10), for enhanced structural integrity. Hyne is one of the first in the industry to adopt the MGP10 classification for outdoor structural softwood.

T3 Green has the appearance and structural integrity to do the job, paired with protection from fungal and termite attack.

The airy silhouettes of the chairs, armchairs, tables and flower boxes in the Heaven outdoor furniture collection are crafted from woven steel. Designed by Jean-Marie Massaud for Emu, the Heaven range is intended to be sensual, timeless, glamorous and refined.

The fine woven steel resembles a fabric thanks to an automated welding process that softens the objects’ volume, rendering them almost weightless.

The chair, armchair and lounge chair are available in white, green, light blue and aluminium finishes, while the oversized vases and tables can be supplied with a white colour frame and either a smoke grey or clear glass top. The Heaven range is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Italian company Emu specializes in outdoor furniture. Emu products are available from Ke-Zu.

TurfPave stabilizes and supports turf, grass and decorative gravel. It offers architects and developers a practical grassed alternative to concrete and asphalt driveways, parking lots and walkways. The open design – with high cell walls and associated side notches – aids vigorous turf development.

TurfPave high-strength plastic modules conform to uneven areas, and the high compressive strength of more than 2,000 t/m2 when installed, exceeds minimum load requirements.

TurfPave has been installed at the Sydney Olympic Village, the Sydney Academy of Sports, Safeway’s distribution centre in Mulgrave, Victoria, the Emerald Lakes villa development on the Gold Coast, and a number of major public- and private-sector projects worldwide.

The cool and colourful Twister chair is recent release from Baseline Commercial Furniture.

The chair features a ply shell finished in Wilsonart Digital Art Collection, offering an exciting selection of colours and patterns for a distinctive and original look. The chair is stackable and available with or without arms. An upholstered version is also available.

The Twister has achieved AFRDI blue-tick certification, verifying its compliance with Australian and New Zealand standards.

The Twister is ideal for office, break-out and cafe environments.

Eco-friendly Greenscreen Generation sunscreen is the first line of polyester solar shading fabrics available from Hunter Douglas Commercial.

Effectively reducing heat and glare in internal spaces while allowing outward vision, the fabric can reduce the need for airconditioning which, in turn, reduces electricity consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.Greenscreen Generation sunscreen fabric has been tested and meets the minimum VOC (volatile organic compound) content criteria specified by the Green Building Council of Australia (IEQ-11).

The fabric is also recyclable at the end of its life cycle, making it a sound choice for both the office and the environment.

Award-winning German awning manufacturer Markilux has launched three new high-performance fabrics: Signature Sunsilk SNC, Sunsilk Perla FR and Transilk FR.

Packed with innovative features – including self-cleaning, all-weather and fire-proof properties – the three new lines give greater choice for commercial applications that demand outdoor performance. With up to 99.5% UV protection and an SPF of 50+, the new collection of Markilux fabrics is ideal for creating protected, all-weather areas for child-care centres, schools, clubs and outdoor restaurants.

The new fabrics are available in a diverse palette of colours suitable for use with Markilux premium folding-arm, conservatory and window awnings.

The Robert Plumb Workroom range offers individual designs for everyday use outdoors. Designed by William Dangar over the past few years for his own clients, the Workroom range is made in Australia by skilled craftspeople using quality materials and techniques. The range is inspired by simple functional beauty.

To retain the collection’s exclusivity, the Workroom range is not available to the general public through retail outlets – it can only be available to designers, decorators, architects and landscape architects.

Most items in the Workroom range can be viewed in the Robert Plumb showroom by appointment. All items can be customized. Wood products are manufactured in New Guinea rosewood and Victorian ash. Fabrics, cushions and upholsteryare extra.

A recent study has shown that plantings of King Alfred Dianella Caerulea “John 316” PBR can be an effective solution to erosion problems. In the study, King Alfred strengthened soil a record 752% or 70 kPA. To put that in perspective, it is similar to two-dimensional biodegradable jute mats, except that King Alfred strengthens the soil five centimetres deep, providing three-dimensional soil protection.

King Alfred is a proven plant for use on slopes and stream banks. Research also showed that King Alfred has excellent tolerance to salt spray, wet conditions and drought. It tolerates grey water better than many other similar plants.

Combining Australian hardwood and stainless steel in unique creations, Laidir produces world-class indoor, verandah and garden furniture. The company began a few months ago, creating handcrafted, custom-designed furniture finished with 100% natural Australian oils.

Laidir director Sean Dunphy says, “I wanted to design and custom build furniture of an exceptional standard using salvaged Australian hardwood timbers. Our country has the most beautiful hardwood timbers in the world. Rather than see these rot away, we wanted to give them new life.’’

The Laidir range has already been recognized with wins in the FIAA’s Australian Furniture of the Year Awards 2008 and Furniture magazine’s Gold Star award at the 2008 Australian International Furniture Fair.

Blockout roller shutters are available for both commercial and domestic installations. The commercial range includes windows, doors, shopfronts, in-store areas and car trays. The Blockout domestic range includes windows, doors and glass roofing as well as shutters for storage spaces and internal areas, such as laundries and pantries.

Blockout roller shutters provide extensive benefits – increased security and privacy, reduced glare and noise, protection from fire and weather, and impressive temperature control. They can be integrated into new building structures or added externally on existing windows and doors. They can be operated manually or electronically and are available in a range of colours and finishes.

High-quality shade structures by MakMax are designed to blend architecture with its environment. Applications for their range of state-of-the-art membranes are limited only by the architect’s imagination.

MakMax offers an exclusive range of environmentally friendly fabrics (ETETFE) and new Ti02 membranes with impressive self-cleaning and heat-preventive properties. A chemical reaction on the membrane’s surface results in decomposition of stains through oxidation. The reflectivity of the material’s surface deflects UV rays to maintain a comfortable internal temperature.

Ti02 membranes maintain their quality under various environmental conditions. TiO2 is durable and strong, suitable for many varied applications, and a worthy addition to any building.

Verifying their strong environmental credentials, a range of floorcoverings from Regupol have been accredited by Good Environmental Choice Australia. These sustainable products meet the requirements of standard GECA 25-2005.

The verified products include Regupol Everlast, Regupol Rubber Granite and Regupol Acoustic Underlay 6010, 6015 and 6010BA, K225 and 4515.

For architects and interior designers specifying green products, Regupol offers a comprehensive range for diverse applications in both commercial and residential projects.

Bauhaus trained and with four decades of appliance expertise, H RH Reinhard Segers is the designer behind Gaggenau’s latest range, the 200 Series. Working with his four-person design team, Segers is the custodian of the brand’s aesthetic – evidenced in everything from individual ovens to showrooms and test kitchens for Michelin-starred chefs. He visited Australia during Designex to discuss the technology and design that drive the Gaggenau brand.

Having worked with Gaggenau for over 12 years, Segers has been responsible for extending the brand’s product design. “We definitely try to develop a similar design language, but every product has a different requirement relating to its functionality,” he says. “What I don’t like is if you’re trying to apply the same design language to everything you do – it’s like putting tomato sauce on all your food.”

His design philosophy is based around the seamless integration of beautiful design and advanced technology. “They belong together; one needs the other. It’s different when you make consumer products – even cutlery or crockery – because the formal aspect is always more important. You must show its functionality.”

Segers explains the technological challenges of designing the 200 Series’ inventive door-mounted control panel. “The module itself wasn’t the problem; the challenge was reducing the heat. It’s a pyrolytic oven – it heats up to 500º. Because the panel is right at the point where the heat is greatest we had to design something to take the heat away. We managed to insert four panels of glass behind the control module to reduce the heat.”

Boasting bottom-hinged doors and intelligent modular designs, the 200 S Series ovens are available in Australia from Sampford IXL.