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Tell us about yourself and your practice.
k20 Architecture is a medium sized practice delivering sustainable and innovative design outcomes. The creative idea of k20 Architecture rests with our vision to collaboratively and respectfully work within our environment and with our clients. We focus on undertaking projects with a social emphasis that includes housing, community centres, hospitals and education centres within both urban and rural areas throughout Australia.
The practice has a proven track record for project delivery, and has developed a series of key service delivery systems and policies. These include client project access, project review systems, innovation and environmental policies, with the practice operating carbon neutral.
What do you like best about being an architect?
As an architect I really enjoy the thought process for design - within which the expressions of our constructed thought can positively contribute to our environment and well being within a social and cultural framework.
What was your brief for the job?
The brief required a design outcome which respected the cultural and historical significance of Ward Street by creating a space linked to the immediate urban fabric in proportion and rhythm.
Why did you decide to use bifold doors?
Sliding doors were considered for this project, however bifold doors were chosen because of their ability to open the façades end to end. The design required that the total space be accessible and to create a combined interior-exterior space which as a result of the project's location has created an broader connection with the exterior urban environment.
The big opening brings light and outdoors inside. Were the bifold doors crucial in this?
The bifold doors were crucial for this project as they provide the ability to open the entire living, dining and kitchen spaces to the exterior. We were able to achieve this as the dwelling is located at a first floor level and the open street is within meters from the open living spaces.
What do you think the Centor systems added to this project?
The Centor system added excellent lightweight door handling and smooth glide operations. Weather tight seals for internal thermal comfort was important to this project and Centor Architectural systems were selected on their ability to satisfy this requirement.
Do you regularly specify Centor systems?
The products we choose are regularly reviewed against what is available on the market, and we regularly specify Centor for our projects based on quality, performance and best value.
Has there been any feedback from the client regarding functionality of the hardware and the ease of operation?
Yes, the client has been very satisfied with the project outcome and the benefits of the Centor bifold door system.
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