Imagine a Wiser Smart Home solution that puts you in control. We have smart phones, smart TVs and several other different devices that are incorporated into streamlining our lives. Now you can have a whole home environment amalgamated with smart devices to not only make your life simpler, easier, and more adaptable, but to even reduce your energy consumption.
Imagine how effortless life could be in a smart home. You could be in control of so many different aspects of your home from temperature to the lighting and energy use with just a few taps on your smartphone. Better yet just use a few simple terms on your voice assistant. The comfort of automating everything to be just the way you prefer it can even give you a sense of security knowing that you never have to worry about whether you’ve locked the door or turned off that appliance. Being in control of items that often are left on for extended periods of time means you’re able to live a more environmentally sensitive and economical lifestyle without too much effort.
Reimagine how you live with a Clipsal Wiser Smart Home Solution. It’s designed to be suitable for any home, whether it’s a new build or existing home, and is easy to use for all technical skill levels. You can simply manage your lighting, blinds, shutters, split system aircon, appliances and more via the Wiser App.
Download the Autumn Edition of the Be Inspired magazine to learn more about how you can make your new home a smart home.
With temperatures starting to rise, it is probably the right time to start thinking about your cooling options available at Daikin. The risks of hot weather are getting higher all around the world and the Australian Medical Association has warned that ‘heat’ is a quiet but rapidly growing killer, as each year more lives are lost to it than the annual road toll. As global warming becomes an increasing problem, heatwaves are expected to get hotter and more intense. Not only must we look to changing our behaviour that causes global warming but we must also learn to adapt to the changing world and keep our homes cool in the summer for the comfort and well-being of our families.
Choose a Daikin ducted system for the most efficient and quality cooling. Recently Daikin launched AirHub Touch Zone Controller with its contemporary design, intuitive controls and innovative features it offers you flexibility with precise temperature control providing the ultimate comfort to each corner of your home.
Designed in Australia, it allows homeowners to achieve ultimate comfort when and where it is more needed in their homes. The modern design incorporates a 7” colour resistive touch screen interface housed in a contemporary casing with a matte white finish that can be flush mounted 11mm off the wall for a clean, minimalistic aesthetic.
Read more about zone control using the new Daikin Air Hub system in the latest edition of Be Inspired.
With electricity prices on the rise and climate change
breathing down our necks, it is increasingly popular to
make the move away from traditional hot water systems to
the latest technology, saving you money and benefiting the
environment.
In the past five to ten years the heat pump water heater
has become the new kid on the block and is fast becoming
a popular option, as the heating method of the 21st
century. Heat pump water heaters are amazingly effective,
being up to seven times more energy efficient than gas and
three-and-a-half times more efficient than electric water
heaters.
This is achieved by not creating heat, and instead
moving heat from one place to another. If you’re still
wondering what this crazy magic is let’s look at the basic
process.
1. External air is drawn into the heat pump system
into an evaporator by a fan. The evaporator contains a
special refrigerant in the piping called R134a, which is not
harmful to the ozone layer.
2. Uniquely, R134a refrigerant has a boiling point of
-26°C compared to water with a boiling point of 100°C.
So cooler temperatures are still warm enough for the
refrigerant to ‘boil’. The air sucked into the system is
warmer than the refrigerant turning it into a gas inside the
heat pumps pipes.
3. A compressor then pumps the now gas
refrigerant through a small valve which compresses it and
as result of the process creates a great deal of heat.
4. A heat exchanger then transfers the heat from the
refrigerant pipes to the tank where the water is stored.
As the heat is drawn away from the pipes the refrigerant
returns to its lower temperature and liquid state and then
the whole process begins again.
Read more about Heat Pump systems and the new Rheem Ambiheat HDC-270
in the latest edition of Be Inspired.
Drawn from the earth these warm saturated hues not only reflect elements of nature, but the influence of the feminine on colour directions.
As the world becomes a place of uncertainty, we look to earthy colours to ground us. Our homes need to provide a place of safety & calm and work spaces are being designed to feel more like home and provide the same sense of security. In our homes we are ‘cocooning’ adding layers of tonal colour and leaning towards warm hues that add to the cosy mood. The enveloping saturated hues in the new Laminex Colour Collection are perfect to create immersive interiors in which we can find a sense of comfort through the warmth of rich colour.
“Warm colours can evoke a sense of security and nurturing.”
– Bree Leech, Trend forecaster and interior designer.
We are in a time where the feminine influence has been in focus, the colours that have emerged have been traditionally related to feminine energy and evoke a sense of nurture, comfort and certainty. With a move towards brown based pinks such as Laminex Porcelain Blush, these soft tones work beautifully alongside the more earthy hue groups.
Together the reassuring colour palette represents a move towards optimism while still creating a feeling of security, they are uplifting colours full of warmth and provide a look that reflects our current mood – that we all want to feel safe and secure.
“Layering warm hues creates an immersive interior perfect for cocooning.” – Bree Leech, Trend forecaster and interior designer.
To discover more visit: https://www.laminex.com.au/article/trends-immersive-mood
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Introducing three new tonal palettes inspired by our natural surroundings. They feature rich, earthy tones and natural textures, alongside joyful, summery hues that awaken a zest for life. Discover the trends set to influence colour and design for the coming year.
As we gradually emerge from another difficult year, we find that the world has changed, and our outlook has changed with it. With our ‘future normal’ still to be decided, the old rules and accepted norms no longer seem to apply. We find ourselves asking the questions: What do we really need to live well and what could we happily live without?
In response to this challenge, Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 palettes will reflect our desire to simplify our lives and boost our connection with nature and the people and experiences that matter most.
Dulux conducts year-round research into the latest international and local interior trends set to influence Australian design and the way Australians live. With international travel off the agenda for now, the Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 – led by Dulux Colour and Communication Manager, Andrea Lucena-Orr, in conjunction with Colour Forecaster and Stylist, Bree Leech and Davina Harper (Dulux NZ) – has been informed by virtual seminars such as Future Laboratory UK and Colour Hive, the Color Marketing Group workshops, forecast reports and engagements with local and international brands.
“Living through a pandemic has made us feel even more connected to our homes,” says Andrea Lucena-Orr, Dulux Colour and Communications Manager. “When it comes to future trends, comfort is key. We want our living spaces to calm and nurture us, so we can process everything we’ve experienced over the last year, and at the same time, help us rediscover our zest for life looking forward.”
After months of restrictions, there’s a desire to be bold, expressive and try new things. At the same time, the lingering sense of uncertainty around what the future holds makes us seek comfort and security from our homes. With prolonged days indoors, we have a new appreciation for good design and functionality and look to surround ourselves with things that are not only beautiful but also enhance our wellbeing and improve our quality of life.
“Having spent so much time isolated and on devices, we find ourselves craving authentic connection. In our homes, we desire textured, natural materials and finishes that ground us and provide those tactile experiences we’ve been missing. We are excited to spend time with friends, family and colleagues, and find ourselves viewing the simple and mundane parts of life – things we once took for granted – with a new sense of wonder and excitement,” says Lucena-Orr.
The Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 comprises three exciting palettes drawn from the landscape that feature warm tones, sensual, deep decadent hues and joyful, nature-inspired pastels.
IMAGE CREDIT: DULUX COLOUR FORECAST 2022 – WONDER PALETTE
DULUX COLOUR FORECASTER & STYLIST: BREE LEECH
PHOTOGRAPHER: LISA COHEN
COLOUR: WALLS DULUX EDVARD, TRIMS AND CEILING VIVID WHITE™
ARTWORK CREDITS: (ON WALL) “ LEMONS ON A PINK TABLE” ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY HELEN MCCULLAGH,
STUDIO GALLERY, “GREEN & PURPLE FREEDOM” ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY BRIGITA LA, MODERN TIMES
“AEONIUM IN A POSY WITH KANGAROO PAW AND PAPER DAISY” ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY DOMINIKA KELLER,
FORMAN ART AND FRAMING
Top Image
IMAGE CREDIT: DULUX COLOUR FORECAST 2022 – WONDER PALETTE
DULUX COLOUR FORECASTER & STYLIST: BREE LEECH
PHOTOGRAPHER: LISA COHEN
COLOUR: WALLS DULUX SANDPAPER, CEILING AND TRIM VIVID WHITE™
ARTWORK CREDIT: “WHITE WARATAH” ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY CAT MADDY, FORMAN ART AND FRAMING
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When you’ve got the right equipment you can really impress your family and guests with your cooking skills. Bring your creativity to life with state of the art kitchen appliances from Westinghouse.
The Westinghouse Stainless Steel 90cm Multi-Function Electric Oven (WVE915SC) has some amazing features including:
Twin Fan System for even cooking
Fast heat up
Cool to touch door
Digital programmable timer
125L capacity so you can prepare Christmas dinner for the extended family
Couple this great oven with a Westinghouse Cooktop, available in gas or electric.
The Westinghouse 5 burner gas top (WHG955SB) has;
A 14.4Mj/H wok burner so you can lock in the flavours of your favourite stir fry
‘Flame failure device with gas shut off for safety
Cast iron trivets for durability
Durable and simple to use display panel
If gas is not available in your area then the Westinghouse 4 zone Induction Cooktop(WHI943BC) is for you. With great features like;
PowerBoost far rapid heat up
Pause everything function
Easy cleaning ceramic surface
Child safe
Even though your kitchen will be full of delicious cooking smells a Westinghouse Canopy Rangehood looks so goods it will be a real feature in your kitchen.
The WRF900CS is easy to clean with washable filters, ducted or recirculating options and is really easy to use.
Make sure you ask about adding Westinghouse Appliances to your kitchen when you’re building your dream home with Adenbrook.
An important feature which is normally located at the heart of the kitchen is your sink and tapware. Adding a touch of style and sophistication can be achieved with the Vixen and Monaco ranges from DORF and CLARK .
The Vixen retractable mixer tap range by DORF is stunning in both looks and functionality, with a two tone finish making it an ideal kitchen feature. Available in a range of two-tone colours and finishes including Chrome, White, Black/Chrome and Black Nickel.
Pull down, retractable hand piece for added versatility
European SoftPEX hoses provide superior durability, longer life and are free from impurities
Couple your new Kitchen Mixer with a stylish Monaco scalloped Double Bowl Undermount from CLARK. Featuring two large bowls that flow directly from your benchtop, creating a streamlined look to suit any kitchen space. To complete the look add a bamboo board, stainless steel colander set and basket waste trap.
Inspired by natural timber, the Laminex® Impressions™ Nuance range is a clever combination of matte and gloss that mimics the effect of a sandblasted straight grain to add beauty and realism.
Add an element of grandeur to your home and showcase your own personal style with 19 bold colour options from the Laminex® Impressions™ Nuance range, guaranteed to make a statement in your new kitchen.
Colour options include:
Applications
(Not all applications apply to all variants)
Cabinetry
Cabinetry – Interior & Panels
Wardrobes
Vanities
Lockers & Seating
Shelving
Splashbacks
Desktops & Tabletops
Toilet & Shower Partitioning
Cabinetry – Doors & Drawers
Benchtops
Wall Panels
Features
(Not all features apply to all variants)
Easy to Clean
Low Maintenance
Stain Resistant
Tactile
UV Stable Indoor Use
Water Repellent
We have a great offer on on upgrading to the Laminex® Impressions™ Nuance range in out $15K Kitchen Bonus promotion – CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
