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Partners

An Archicentre Project in partnership with
the Building Commission and the City of Melbourne

The assistance of the following organisations is greatly acknowledged.



The Laminex Group is committed to delivering innovative, fashionable surface solutions and is proud to be a Supporting Partner of "The Terraces". The Laminex Group is dedicated to maintaining a leading edge in design and works closely with architects, trade customers and key industry bodies such as Archicentre to ensure it's products evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers.
www.thelaminexgroup.com.au
 



Home Timber & Hardware stores stock a wide range of hardware and related items - Heavy Hardware products for the trades person and DIY enthusiast plus Paint, Paint Accessories, Power Tools and Garden needs. We can provide quality and service unmatched by our competitors and have access to over 200,000 separate products - virtually anything you could need to improve your home.
www.homehardware.com.au




Lafarge Plasterboard manufactures and distributes plasterboard and associated products to the Australian market through its national distribution network of Lafarge PlastaMasta Centres. Designed to meet the requirements of both the commercial and residential markets, Lafarge Plasterboard Systems include aesthetic, fire, acoustic, security, impact and water resistant solutions.
www.lafargeplasterboard.com.au

 


C&M has the largest product range in the concrete masonry industry: domestic, commercial, industrial paving, domestic & commercial blocks, retaining walls, bricks and stone products. In addition to the vast growing product range C&M are proud to included Eldorado Stone a replica stone wall veneer, Form Block® mortar less building block system and soon to be release Litec ultra lightweight blocks.
www.cmbrick.com.au

 

The rapid growth of Vantage in Australia over the past nine years attests to the brand's expanding reputation for design and performance excellence.
The Vantage dedication to making the best aluminum windows and doors on the market has won its network of distributors a loyal and growing following among builders, homeowners and architects.
www.vantagealuminium.com.au

 

Windows and doors form a significant part of your lifestyle. They also contribute to a considerable investment as part of the overall value of your home.
Canterbury, one of Australia's largest manufacturers of timber windows and doors, understands this and can provide you with a wide range of products and services designed to assist you in your purchase of the right windows and doors for you and your personal requirements.
www.canterburywindows.com.au

 

RACV is delighted to be involved by installing the latest technologies including CCTV, Video Intercom, Home Wiring Network and the RACV Home Security System.
While the security system offers protection to the houses during and after construction the home wiring network adds an intelligent distribution centre which provides the convenience of shared TV, VCR, DVD, computer, phone and CCTV to every room of the house.
While feeling safe and secure the owner's will enjoy the benefits of today's technology while being prepared for tomorrow.
www.racv.com.au

 

 

Roof sheeting manufactured from COLORBOND® steel is available in a range of attractive colours and shapes. It is durable and strong as well being thermally efficient.
The zinc/aluminium alloy coating on ZINCALUME® steel, plus the oven-baked, prepainted finish on COLORBOND® steel provide superior corrosion resistance for long life
o Light weight compared to concrete and clay tiles (on a per area basis)- reduced load on supporting structures
o Excellent flexibility in design, can be curved, for truly individual designs.
www.bluescopesteel.com.au

     


Whether you are renovating, building or buying a home it is vital to consider both the safety and security of your home and family.
Armadillo provides the four key elements of home security, safety, security, style and convenience and being backed by the worlds leading lock group ASSA ABLOY, allows Armadillo to tap into the groups vast resources and technological innovations, firmly supporting our focus to provide the highest quality locking solutions for your home.
From deadlocks to window locks through to doors and designer door hardware, Armadillo will specify and install an affordable tailor made security solution for your home.
All of our products and services are backed by extensive after sales warranties, to ensure your peace of mind.
www.myarmadillo.com

 

Since establishment in 1918 by F.G. James himself, our company has been the market leader in the treatment of damp in its many forms: rising damp, lateral damp, falling damp, environmental damp, rebuilding leaking showers, drying damp basements, cellars and sub-ground rooms. Other areas of expertise include sub-floor ventilation, specialty drainage systems and reinstatement of damp damaged flooring and support timbers.
www.fgjames.com.au

ATLITE SKYLITES incorporates ASHTON NATURAL LIGHTING, and provides the consumer access to more than 35 years experience in the Natural Lighting Industry. All of our products are manufactured to an uncompromising standard using the highest quality of available materials. Atlite Skylites and Ashton Natural Lighting were Foundation Members of the Skylight Industry Association.

 

Mr Solar is a complete advice, design, installation, and service solution for renewable energy systems including Solar Hot Water Systems and Grid Connected and Stand Alone Solar Power Systems to the domestic and commercial market for new and existing buildings.

     

Pioneer Carpet Mills has been associated with carpet manufacturing for over 20 years. Family owned and operated in Melbourne, the company is very passionate about what they produce – seeking designs, colours and a quality of carpet that have a point of difference. Pioneer Carpet is available from selected carpet retail outlets throughout Australia and New Zealand.

 

Performance is at the heart of every BLANCO appliance. We put thought into every aspect of the design process to make the BLANCO range of products industry leaders in aesthetics, usability and most importantly Performance.BLANCO’s range of kitchen appliances delivers performance first - every time without compromising on style or value. Take the time to see for your self why BLANCO is a leader in premium kitchen appliances.We at BLANCO are more than happy to take the time to help you make an informed decision, and have product showrooms in each state for this exact reason. So make yourself welcome and pay us a visit anytime. You might find the experience enjoyable and rewarding.

     

Hydroheat Supplies Pty Ltd has been established for 15 years and is now Australia’s largest importer of european manufactured hydronic heating equipment.The ‘Luna’ range of compact wall hung boilers from BAXI is very reliable and now includes Australia’s first fully approved combination boiler.Combine these with our large range of pipe and manifolds for underfloor heating; ZENITHERM pressed steel radiators, available in three profiles and heated towel rails, now also available in chrome plated finish.You will find that hydronic heating can offer you a versatile, comfortable, energy efficient and allergy free heating solution.

 

For more than fifty years Dorf has been making stylish tapware and accessories for the bathroom, kitchen and laundry. Dorf is the leading Australian manufacturer of tapware and today is also a leader in Water Efficient Tapware (W.E.T.™).For more information on Dorf tapware and accessories, Please visit www.dorf.com.au

     

Caroma is regarded as the undisputed leader in the Australasian sanitaryware industry.Caroma’s history of design and product leadership has been achieved by a total commitment to research and development in all areas of quality, aesthetics and technical excellence. By constantly reviewing, updating, deleting and adding to the product range as the market or fashion dictates, Caroma continually provides the most comprehensive range of reliable, quality, fashion coordinated bathroom products in Australia.
www.caroma.com.au

   
     

 

 

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