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Architectural Considerations for Green Walls

Creating successful green infrastructure needs to start with good design. This is necessary if the green wall or facade is to fulfil its purpose, meet client expectations, and to
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How to Design a Vertical Garden

Adding green infrastructure to buildings often means a green wall or facade, but another option is a vertical garden. From plant trellises, pergolas and hanging gardens, to balcony screens
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Where Art and Light Meet: Enlivening a Harbour-side Laneway

Tensile is collaborating on a lighting and art installation at Steam Mill Lane in Sydney’s Darling Harbour precinct. The project involves the installation of a catenary light system and
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When Tensile Cabling Meets Art with Innovative Rigging

Tensile and Innovative Rigging Solutions have been delivering architectural solutions that combine tensile cabling with art and design. The companies are similar in the fact that both Tensile and
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The practicalities of installation – Green Facades

The support structure, method of installation and how essential ongoing maintenance will be undertaken need to be considered at the design stage. The support structure Wind and movement pressures
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The Future of Green Facades in Australia

With the benefits of green infrastructure becoming more apparent all the time, the future for green facades in Australia is looking very promising. Certainly the number of green facades
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Tensile Contributes to Sydney University College Makeover: Supported Mesh Facade

Sydney Uni Women’s College has been undergoing major construction and refurbishment works – it’s first in over 40 years. Part of the works – known as the Langley Precinct
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A Guide to Maintaining Green Walls

Like any green space or garden, a green wall will fail over time without the proper care and attention. A plan for maintaining a green wall should ideally be
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What is the Definition of a Green Facade?

The terms ‘green facade’ and ‘green wall’ are often used interchangeably, but they refer to two different types of green infrastructure. Let’s take a look at the definition of
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Jakob Inox Solutions for Green Structures

To create a green facade that is sturdy as well as beautiful, it’s essential to use a high-quality durable material for the support structure. Designing a green facade involves
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