Hill House -- Video 2 -- by Andrew Maynard Architects
See the entire project http://ilikear.ch/HillHouseAMA Designed by Andrew Maynard Architects, this small lot in Melbourne #39;s Northcote suburb presents an ingen...
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Architects - Devil #39;s Island Guitar Cover
Filmed on a Canon XF300 -Guitars tracked through POD HD.
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SHED76 - 2 CONVERSA/TALK: Olga Roriz + beyond architects
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ADNZ Media Release
Monday 3 February 2014
Introducing Defign a Celebration of NZ Design
ADNZ, a professional body of architects and architectural designers in New Zealand, today celebrated the launch of Defign magazine a new print publication with a focus on acknowledging the best of New Zealands award winning architectural designs and the local grown creative talent of kiwi architects and architectural designers.
Published on an annual basis, Defign magazine is a comprehensive catalogue of the incredible award winning residential and commercial architectural designs and entries from the prestigious ADNZ | Resene Architectural Design Awards.
ADNZ General Manager Astrid Andersen says creating Defign was a logical move for the organisation, whose annual design awards receive great acclaim and enquiry for information on the winning designs and designers.
We wanted to create an annual publication that captured what New Zealand architects and architectural designers are truly capable of, we wanted a magazine that celebrated local talent and the unique kiwi design aesthetic. We also wanted a magazine that could transcend a monthly use by date; one that could naturally adorn a coffee table throughout the year while still remaining current and inspiring. We hope Defign will be a go to publication for readers to keep on hand and refer to for inspiration and ideas when building or renovating a home, says Andersen.
In the first issue of Defign more than one hundred unique, architecturally designed homes and commercial premises are exhibited. However, surprisingly, a consistent theme can be seen in the majority of the entries.
New Zealanders have an exceptional ability to weave in the surrounding environment and to create spaces that fit perfectly within their landscape, says Defign Editor Adrienne Andersen. In our first issue there are so many stunning examples of built structures that are truly at one with their surroundings. Being the first issue of the magazine, I think Defign also achieved its goal of demonstrating to the general public the depth and quality currently being achieved by kiwi designers.
In addition to Defign magazine, ADNZ has also launched an online Defign blog to keep readers up to date with the latest developments in New Zealand architectural design throughout the year. Each week Defign blog will share stories on the creative talent behind the builds, the innovation and technology that inspire great design and take readers behind the scenes of some of the most brilliant and award winning homes in the country. Defign blog can be found at http://www.defign.co.nz
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Zara's arrival in Australia has been keenly watched by its international retail peers.
The invasion of international names in fashion, cosmetics, homewares and department stores is gathering momentum as global brands snap up newly-developed space across capital cities and larger suburban shopping centres.
Some, like Spain's Zara, Britain's Topshop and Williams Sonomas Pottery Barn from the US have already landed, while others, like British icon Marks & Spencer and Swedens H&M are yet to arrive.
Australia has become the latest frontier conquered by international retailers, with up to 10 labels opening new stores in the past 18 months.
An artist's impression of Melbourne's The Emporium
CBD redevelopments like Westfields Pitt Street Mall project and the under-construction Emporium site in Melbourne have helped spur the arrival of the fresh brands, who have watched with some interest Zaras foray into what many in Europe and the US have previously considered a outlier territory for retail.
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In addition fashion groups have realised that southern hemisphere stores give them a chance at a second bite of the cherry for a seasons designs.
Many labels have sent and continue to send representative leasing executives to Australia to seek out the appropriate locations, with most putting a holding deposit on potential stores while they report back to their head office.
H&M's new Sydney home at 345 George Street.
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Retail invasion picks up pace
Zara's arrival in Australia has been keenly watched by its international retail peers.
The invasion of international names in fashion, cosmetics, homewares and department stores is gathering momentum as global brands snap up newly-developed space across capital cities and larger suburban shopping centres.
Some, like Spain's Zara, Britain's Topshop and Williams Sonomas Pottery Barn from the US have already landed, while others, like British icon Marks & Spencer and Swedens H&M are yet to arrive.
Australia has become the latest frontier conquered by international retailers, with up to 10 labels opening new stores in the past 18 months.
An artist's impression of Melbourne's The Emporium
CBD redevelopments like Westfields Pitt Street Mall project and the under-construction Emporium site in Melbourne have helped spur the arrival of the fresh brands, who have watched with some interest Zaras foray into what many in Europe and the US have previously considered a outlier territory for retail.
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In addition fashion groups have realised that southern hemisphere stores give them a chance at a second bite of the cherry for a seasons designs.
Many labels have sent and continue to send representative leasing executives to Australia to seek out the appropriate locations, with most putting a holding deposit on potential stores while they report back to their head office.
H&M's new Sydney home at 345 George Street.
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Retail invasion picks up pace: Where to find the foreign brands storming Australian shopping
KUCHING: MJC City Development Sdn Bhd (MJC City) is offering a haven of not-to-be-missed property investments via its comprehensive township, which is complete with a variety of amenities, facilities, innovative homes, high rise residences, and attractive commercial properties.
As a pioneer in the largest strata development in Kuching, MJC City has developed Batu Kawah New Township, located at west side of Kuching City Centre and a mere seven kilometres (km) away from Kuching International Airport, which has made convenient accessibility to the township.
One of its project in this booming township include a resort-styled SkyVilla Residence. The high-rise residence is a gated and guarded condominium standing at 17-storeys tall behind bustling business hub.
According to a press statement, one of the unique features of SkyVilla Residence is its semi-detached design intention centred on the philosophy of freedom, relaxation, leisure, comfort and style. It also emphasises on lush greenery and details throughout the development.
On its indoor architectural design, units at SkyVilla Residences are equipped with high ceiling which provides spaciousness and grandeur.
At the Facility Deck, take a dip into the turquoise blue aqua-therapy pool or play with your kids at the wading pool. Other facilities include gymnasium, mini theatre, kids playground, outdoor Jacuzzi, BBQ pits, reading room, function room, poolside cafe, Daybed Island, mystic trail, poolside pavilion, and many more.
The layout range from 1,001 square feet (sq ft) to 1,367 sq ft with three or four bedrooms units which offers a options from singles, bachelors, couples, small to big families.
Currently, the completed Block A of SkyVilla Residences has 65 per cent occupancy while Block B is still under construction and expected to complete this year.
Both blocks are fully sold out. Homebuyers and investors are now grabbing the chance to own units at Block C. As there are limited units left, MJC City is offering early birds discount up to RM45,000, while still valid. It is also offering early bird discount of five per cent, an additional three per cent.
In addition, the vibrant township is set to welcome its first 24-hour McDonalds drive-thru restaurant, making it a more attractive township to invest in.
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Pressure mounting: Greg Smith. Photo: Jacky Ghossein
NSW Attorney-General Greg Smith is facing a growing push to have him removed from the job amid discussion within the government about Citizenship, Communities and Aboriginal Affairs Minister Victor Dominello as a replacement.
Pressure on Mr Smith has come to a head over mandatory minimum sentences for violent crimes, which he publicly opposed last year but supported last week as part of the government's response to alcohol-related violence.
Mr Smith's about-face has infuriated many lawyers and his initial opposition to mandatory sentencing appears to have weakened his position within the government.
At a party room meeting on Thursday, before debate on legislation introducing a mandatory minimum sentence of eight years for fatal single-punch assaults involving alcohol or drugs, Mr Smith was grilled by his Liberal colleagues.
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One MP described watching Mr Smith defend laws he was clearly not in favour of as ''excruciating''.
Mr Smith, who is from the right faction of the NSW Liberals, would normally be replaced by another right-winger.
Mr Dominello, a former partner at a legal firm, is with the left faction, but his backers argue he will be more likely to remain in step with hard-line law-and-order policies than Mr Smith, who is a former deputy director of public prosecutions in NSW.
The other logical candidate, Cronulla MP and senior barrister Mark Speakman, is also from the left but he spoke against mandatory minimum sentencing last year.
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AAP Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce will seek a $7b bailout package for drought-affected farmers.
The opposition has accused the Abbott government of misleading drought-affected farmers after Treasurer Joe Hockey hosed down talk of a multibillion-dollar bailout package.
At the same time, Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce backed away from reports he wants his cabinet colleagues to approve $7 billion in taxpayer funds to buy out farm loans.
Mr Joyce, who toured drought-affected areas at the weekend, told farmers he supported their calls for a rural construction bank that would buy bad rural loans from the private sector at a discounted price.
The measure does not have the support of the National Farmers' Federation, which also rejected calls for interest-rate subsidies.
Mr Joyce said the government would not treat "mum and dad" farmers the same way as companies backed by multi million-dollar corporations.
But he admitted he had a battle on his hands to convince his cabinet colleagues to provide more drought relief assistance.
"My colleagues are people who have a head and heart and understand that the vagaries of the climate are something that you can never fix," he said.
Mr Hockey appeared lukewarm about granting more assistance when quizzed about reports of Mr Joyce's plan.
The treasurer believes there is sufficient support through the exceptional circumstances relief payment and its replacement scheme from July 1.
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