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Think Brick Australia |
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Think Brick’s purpose is to make sure clay brick is recognised as a pre-eminent building material by leading architects, developers, builders and property owners. Learn more about how Think Brick are doing this in the industry. |
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Brick Insights |
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With handy tips and ideas, you can find out all you need to know about bricks with this free guide. It includes online calculators and topics such as why bricks; choosing bricks; decorative effects and trends; building essentials and the energy lifecycle. |
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The Royal Australian Institute of Architects |
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The RAIA is a national body with active programs in many areas relating to the architectural profession. It offers a wide range of services to its members. |
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What is BASIX? |
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The Building Sustainability Index (BASIX) is a NSW Government planning tool that requires every new house, villa, townhouse or units in the state to meet specific energy and water reduction targets. |
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What is the 5 Star Standard? |
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This is the Victorian standard for all new homes and apartments from July 2005. Collaboratively established by the Building Commission, Sustainable Energy Authority and Plumbing Industry Commission, it requires that all new houses and apartments meet a 5 Star energy efficiency rating. |
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What is NatHERS or BERS? |
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The National Housing Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) and Building Energy
Rating Scheme (BERS) are energy simulation computer programs that provide thermal
ratings for homes. They are employed during the design stage to enhance the energy
efficiency of a new development. |
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