Bushfire
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about Bushfire
Project • By Paarhammer Pty Ltd • Private Houses
Beach Retreat
Winner of 2023 MBA Regional Building Awards, category Additions and Alterations
Set on a steep slope at the edge of bushland with stunning views of the sea, this home renovation and addition came with a fair share of challenges, one of them being in a high Bushfire Zone.
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The building rests on 43 poles, anchored in sandstone, and is a marvel of construction. Tristan Davis is the director of Davis Builders whose company recently received 5 awards at the prestigious Master builders Association Regional Awards, including winner of the category Alterations and Additions with ‘Killcare Beach Retreat’.
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Tristan Davis and his team and suppliers brought this beach retreat to l... More
Project • By Paarhammer Pty Ltd • Private Houses
Dream Home BOOTI
A mixture of BAL-FZ and BAL-40 windows and doors were custom made for this property on the NSW Central Coast. Where the bush meets the sea, the building on a sloping block of land with high wind exposure and high bushfire levels together with being somewhat remote, created a formidable challenge.
Architect Michaela Moore of Moore Design and builder Bob Gaden from RD & MR Gaden Builders worked closely with the owners to achieve their dream home. Bushfire shutters did not fit into the design, and this is where Paarhammer windows and doors came in.
The Bushfire Safe Range of Paarhammer products have been tested, approved and compliant to all relevant Australian Standards: BAL-40 tested to AS1530.8.1-2007, BAL-FZ tested to AS1... More