Trends (Commercial Design) Vol. 26 No. 4

The latest issue of Trends is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Contents:

PROJECT PORTFOLIO

• Business School, UWA Perth Teaching spaces in the University of Western Australia's new Business School are contained within dramatic cylindrical forms, but just as much space is given to the informal learning environment.
• Voyager Maritime Museum, Auckland The ephemeral facade of this wharf shed extension makes the building a fitting home for Black Magic NZL32, New Zealand's historic America's Cup yacht.
• The Department Store, Auckland A retail experience from an entirely new angle, offering patrons an encounter that challenges indoor-outdoor perceptions.
• Audi Australia, Sydney A car showroom designed with an emphasis on sustainable features and reclaiming, recycling and reusing resources and waste streams.
• SCG, Sydney An innovative new lighting solution ensures the Sydney Cricket Ground remains attractive to players and spectators from around the world.

HOTELS & RESORTS

• The Yas Hotel, Abu Dhabi Built to straddle the new Abu Dhabi Grand Prix circuit, the Yas Hotel references traditional Islamic culture - and the futuristic technology behind Formula One racing.
• DusitD2 Baraquda, Thailand Sculptural and surprising - with the look of a sleek super yacht - a new kind of hotel in Pattaya.
• Hamilton Island Yacht Club and Villas Designed to be viewed from all sides, this development creates a dramatic sculptural silhouette that references its picturesque marina setting.

APARTMENTS

• Rose Bay, Sydney Two contrasting architectural elements define this development, but both forms reference the topography, boardwalks and wharves of the waterfront.
• Marine Parade, Sydney The dramatic silhouette of this new apartment building presents a strong design response to its rocky coastal location.

OFFICE DESIGN

• 80 Queen St, Auckland Embracing environmental technology is the way forward for architecture - and ensures today's buildings will have relevance tomorrow.
• CIMB, Kuala Lumpur Cutting a dramatic profile on the KL skyline, the new Menara Bumiputra Commerce office tower addresses the needs of expanded business and the well-being of employees.
• Benoy Architects, Hong Kong From the bold graphics on glass to the revolving artwork collections, the design of this architectural studio gives the company a strong identity.
• Coronation Drive, Brisbane In addition to achieving a 5-Star Green Star design rating, Building 4 at Coronation Drive Office Park was fully leased on completion.

WORLD EXPO 2010

• A preview of the pavilions that are being prepared to celebrate cultures and industry from across the globe within a 5.28 sq km site in the heart of the Shanghai