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May 10, 2021
We hear this question a lot, and it is no secret that most of our quotes will have a higher dollar figure on them than …
May 6, 2021
Acoustics are an important part of design for functionality. Spaces such as commercial, education, retail, hospitality, childcare, and healthcare all require careful consideration when …
December 2, 2020
Ask any good architect and they will tell you that the difference between an average design and an award-winning design is in the details. “The …
How do you achieve best practice architectural detailing? Read More »
May 20, 2020
Use of decorative timber slats and beams for internal walls and ceilings The combustibility of building materials has been covered widely in the news after …
Building surveyors and BCA compliance under NCC2019 Read More »
March 24, 2020
Introduction The best office is a functional office fit for purpose. This goal can be easily compromised through a lack of acoustic design input. Without …
March 18, 2020
A Message From The CEO To our valued customers, As we closely monitor Coronavirus (COVID-19) developments across the country, our priority is to ensure the …
January 29, 2020
Introduction Successful architecture means that rooms for speech must also be designed to facilitate clear communication with consideration to the function and layout of the …
November 27, 2019
Combustible cladding has been the focus of new legislation due to recent tragedies like the Lacrosse fire. Failure to ensure your design is built to code …
SUPAWOOD Products Meet NCC/BCA Fire Safety Criteria Read More »
October 24, 2019
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Bonnie Hosking as our new regional specification manager. Bonnie has over 20 years’ experience in architectural project …
October 24, 2019
We are pleased to announce and welcome Matthew Duffy as our new Operations Manager. Matthew will be responsible for leading our Engineering and Procurement teams …
October 15, 2019
In Part 4 of Architecturally Sound, we explore acoustic phenomena at Chavín de Huántar and acoustic resonance. Test your acoustic knowledge by solving my acoustics …
July 23, 2019
In Part 3 of Architecturally Sound, learn about chirped echoes and colouration, acoustic phenomena found at the ancient Maya Temple Kukulkan. Watch my video for …
Architecturally Sound: Part 3 – Chirped Echoes & Colouration Read More »
June 25, 2019
Why choose MDF for your design project? Watch our video to find out why you should favor an MDF substrate over plywood for your next …
June 12, 2019
Recently, the combustibility of building materials has been covered widely in the news after some devastating tragedies. A worldwide movement to reform regulatory control and …
Behaviour of Fire in Timber Linings With Gaps & Spaces Read More »
May 29, 2019
Two tone stripes have been used in design since Roman times and appear throughout western architecture. They are often used to signal hazards or draw …
Effects and Potential Dangers of Contrasting Two Tone Stripes in Design & Architecture Read More »
May 2, 2019
When you’re designing an entry lobby, a tiny office or a boutique shop, a small amount of feature linings can make a big difference. An …
March 5, 2019
In Part 2 of Architecturally Sound, we continue our exploration of acoustic phenomena in architecture with a look at flutter echo in Mayan Ball Courts. …
Architecturally Sound: Part 2 – How Flutter Echo Impacts a Space Read More »
February 4, 2019
There are many benefits to utilising wood-based materials in a building’s interior. Its many properties make it highly suitable for use in different applications. Here …
The Benefits of Wood-Based Decorative Wall Panels Read More »
January 23, 2019
“Sometimes great visual architecture can lead to not so great acoustics…the end result being an unsuccessful project.” Vision is our most dominant sense. The hegemony …
Architecturally Sound: Part 1 – Why Acoustics Matter In Great Architecture Read More »
October 18, 2018
At SUPAWOOD, we are committed to providing our clients with lightweight and modern wall and ceiling panel systems. Our products are born out of years …
The Maxi Beam Comes in a Variety of Veneers and Finishes Read More »
October 3, 2018
A library is traditionally a place of quiet study, a place where students and lovers of literature go for hours of intensive research or a …
September 28, 2018
Today’s shopping centres are growing, not just in numbers, but in size and function. Shopping is no longer the only goal of consumers. Rather, shopping …
July 30, 2018
According to Andrew Waugh, a renowned architect from the UK, ‘this is the beginning of the timber age.’ Superseding the industrial design movement of steel …
May 3, 2018
MAXI BEAM Comes in a Variety of Veneers and Finishes At Supawood, we are committed to providing our clients with lightweight and modern wall and …
The MAXI BEAM Comes in a Variety of Veneers and Finishes Read More »
March 10, 2018
Good food, great service and a wonderful atmosphere contribute to a stellar dining experience. When customers dine in a restaurant, they want the full experience. …
January 30, 2017
In the age of rapid innovation, the industry has come up with several techniques to style ceilings. Sometimes left as a blank overhead canvas of …