Sustainable Building Solutions from Hunter Douglas Commercial

‘Sustainability’ is more than the latest industry buzz word, it is now at the forefront of every significant commercial development.

Hunter Douglas Commercial is a proud member of the Green Building Council of Australia and is committed to providing environmentally sustainable and energy efficient solutions, such as the Greenscreen NRG 3% Fabric, which contributes to a reduction in heat and glare, improving the energy efficiency of a building, as well as maintaining excellent outward visibility.

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New External Alpha Awning Series

The External Alpha Awning Series has been developed to meet market demand for modern and contemporary External Awning hardware systems suited to the latest architectural trends.

Genevieve Marshall, Hunter Douglas Commercial Marketing Manager comments on what makes this new range of awnings unique.

“Designed and engineered in Australia, the awnings have been made specifically for the Australian climate. These awnings have been designed with flexibility in mind, from the widest range of fabrics to multiple operating systems and powder coated custom-colours, there’s a solution for every commercial project.”

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Discover Soft Shades

The Soft Shades range provides elegant and sophisticated window coverings that provide a fusion between the luxurious feel of a curtain with the practicality of a blind. Available in an unrivalled range of soft fabrics, textures and colours, coupled with motorised or a range of manual operating systems, the Soft Shades range has changed the look of window coverings, making them the ideal option to specify for any project.

For further information on window coverings in the Soft Shades range, visit www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au

Child Safety Awareness

Hunter Douglas Commercial has ensured that all of their industry-leading products are child safe and comply with the first national 'Trade Practices, Product Safety Standard - (Internal Window Coverings).' Available now, Hunter Douglas Commercial has released a checklist and brochure to assist architects in making the best decisions when it comes to child safety compliance for their clients, particularly in projects such as schools, hospitals, play centres, hotels and resorts.

For further information, visit
www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au
or call 1300 733 078 to request a checklist/brochure.

Stay Green with Greenscreen

GREENSCREEN® NRG 3% Sunscreen Fabric is a translucent basket weave fabric, designed to reduce light and glare and also protect against harmful UV rays. With superior heat control and reflection properties it assists in maintaining an energy efficient environment, giving you protection without blocking your view.

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Choose Your Perfect Project Fabric

With over 200 fabrics to choose from, the Hunter Douglas Commercial Fabric Range is one of the most comprehensive in the window fashions industry.

Hunter Douglas Commercial MULTIVISION® Concept Brochure was designed to assist in selecting the perfect fabric for your next project. The Brochure groups together the fabrics that are perceived to be the same colour tone, but have different opacities to suit various light, privacy and design requirements.

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Keeping with Industry Trends

Hunter Douglas Commercial have products to suit any commercial project.

1. Energy Efficiency - DUETTE® Shades have a unique cellular honeycomb structure that provides an insulation barrier, reducing the exchange of heat in summer and winter.

2. Design - PIROUETTE® Shadings add a touch of beauty to any environment with soft, horizontal vanes attached to a single sheer backing.

3. Innovation - Seychelles Blockout Fabric is a shimmering fabric that uses iridescent and organic yarns and can be tonally matched to a building's external facade.

4. Motorisation - Provides functionality and efficiency when operating Roller Blinds.

For further information on these products, visit www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au

Prevent Window Heat Loss

DUETTE® Architella Shades feature a honeycomb-within-a-honeycomb construction increasing the product's ability to prevent heat loss from window areas in the winter and keep commercial buildings cooler in summer.

To find out how Duette Architella Shades work, visit http://www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au/

A Sun Dilemma

Project Objective: To help solve a sun dilemma at Sydney's Maritime Museum - too much sun was coming into the reception and terrace areas in the afternoon, causing internal discomfort and a greater reliance on artificial cooling systems.

Result: Hunter Douglas Commercial Motorised Roller Blinds in ECOVIEW® Plus sunscreen fabric. A darker colour 'Storm Midnight Linen' was selected to allow better view-through.

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An Industry Leader in Window Coverings

Hunter Douglas Commercial has developed a high profile in the Architecture and Design industry as being a leader in window coverings. Offering advice on window coverings, energy efficiency, ceilings and sun control in commercial applications, the Hunter Douglas Commercial website is a valuable resource for the industry.

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Reduce Heating Costs

Hunter Douglas Commercial reduces heating costs in winter with their range of energy efficient window coverings. DUETTE® and DUETTE® Architella Shades are characterised by their unique honeycomb structure, which provides an insulation barrier, reducing the exchange of heat and leading to long term building cost savings.

For further information on energy efficient window coverings, visit www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au

Complete Efficiency with Roller Blind Motorisation

Roller Blind Motorisation offers a reliable alternative to the traditional Chain Roller Blind with its quiet European motor and is available in three versatile options - Remote Control, Motor and Switch or Motor only.

Designed to provide functionality and efficiency, Motorisation ensures that Roller Blinds look clean and streamlined with no cords or cord tensioners required.

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An Evolution in Design

Hunter Douglas showcases the latest in innovative fabrics and window fashions to deliver a trend palette you can use for your next project. Comprising textured polyester fabrics and Sunscreens in a mirage of neutrally textured and metallic hues, together with DUETTE® Architella Shades and SILHOUETTE® Shadings, the Hunter Douglas Commercial range delivers the best in energy efficient shading solutions.

Download the Hunter Douglas Commercial trend palette to take to your next project at www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au

Energy Efficiency with Hunter Douglas Commercial

Hunter Douglas Commercial looks towards the future and defines the industry with its breakthrough style and functionality. Architects and designers now have the freedom to explore new directions in design and energy efficiency with sustainable products such as GREENSCREEN® NRG 3% fabric, which reduces heat and glare levels thereby improving the energy efficiency of any building.

For further information on Greenscreen NRG 3% Fabric, visit www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au

DesignEX

DesignEX hits Melbourne from the 13-15 April 2011 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Stop by Stand D53 to see the Hunter Douglas Commercial of window coverings on display.

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Set a Trend

Hunter Douglas Commercial sets interior trends with their products. Not only are their products energy efficient, but they will also prove to be an enviable feature of your building. Choose from a wide range of awnings, sunscreens, shades and shutters to suit any project.

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Motorisation in the Workplace

Hunter Douglas Commercial combines sophisticated technology and modern convenience in the workplace with motorised blinds and awnings. Motorisation is often the preferred option to ensure quick and easy operation of blinds, used in products such as the Roller Blinds range. Motorised awnings are also particularly beneficial in outdoor areas which are sunlight-affected.

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Office Privacy

Maintain privacy in the office, without compromising on aesthetics. Hunter Douglas Commercial LUMINETTE® Privacy Sheers are a unique window covering consisiting of sheer vertical vanes attached to sheer facings. A visually striking alternative to sheer curtains, with the benefit of translucent or room darkening vertical vanes that allow light and privacy control.

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Sustainability in the Workplace

Hunter Douglas Commercial pride themselves on providing sustainable and energy efficient options for the workplace. DUETTE® Architella Shades feature a double-layered honeycomb structure, preventing heat loss from windows in the winter and keep commercial buildings cooler in the summer.

For further information on Hunter Douglas Commercial and their sustainable product range, visit http://www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au/

The Leader in Sunscreen Fabrics

NOVASCREEN® and GREENSCREEN® NRG Sunscreen Fabrics reduce heat and glare and provide excellent view-through capacity with a 3% openness factor, exceeding the 5% to 10% industry standard and meeting the Green Star requirements for light transmission of less than 10%.

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A Sun Dilemma at Maritime Museum

The Australian National Maritime Museum used Hunter Douglas Commercial Roller Blinds in ECOVIEW® Plus Fabric to stop heat and glare from entering the building. The colour recommended was 'Storm Midnight Linen' - a darker neutral colour allowing better view-through to not spoil the waterfront views.

For further information on Hunter Douglas Commercial, visit http://www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au/

Silhouette Shadings

Hunter Douglas Commercial's SILHOUETTE® Shadings are unique fabric window coverings, consisting of soft adjustable vanes attached to sheer faces. The vanes offer full translucent views when opened or complete privacy when closed. They are operated by a continuous cord loop or can be motorised.

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Three Steps to Keep Cool this Summer

1. Create a barrier to the sun's heat and glare by using a Hunter Douglas Commercial Sunscreen Fabric.

2. Protect your building from sun and rain by investing in a Sunrain Folding Arm Awning.

3. Use DUETTE® Shades to provide an insulation barrier, reducing the exchange of heat in summer.

For more information on these products, visit http://www.hunterdouglascommercial.com.au/

Stay in-tune with Techstyle Acoustic Ceilings

Hunter Douglas Commercial combines form and function with the TECHSTYLE® Acoustic Ceiling. Recognised for its superior noise control and stylish ceiling finishes, it is ideal for offices, boardrooms and function rooms.

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Sunrain Folding Arm Awning

As the name suggests, the Hunter Douglas Commercial Sunrain Folding Arm Awning offers functionality in both sun and rain. Its double pitch design ensures rainwater drops down the smooth PVC fabric and escapes at the end of the front rail.

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Seychelles Blockout Fabric

The Hunter Douglas Commercial Seychelles Fabric is a premium blockout fabric with a tonal backing which can be matched to the external facade of your building for a completely uniform look inside and out.

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