Issue 66

Kitchen & Bathroom Issue

Kitchens and bathrooms are, arguably, the most consequential rooms in the home — and almost always the first to be considered. Whether approached through renovation or new build, their design has the power to recalibrate how a home is lived in and experienced. For this issue, our guest editor, Mardi Doherty, principal of Studio Doherty, explores what it truly means to transform these pivotal spaces — and why thoughtful design in kitchens and bathrooms delivers dividends far beyond the purely functional. Her insights both as an architect and as her own client give an open and honest account of the thinking behind creating a home.

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Designing a new wave: Stormtech’s award-winning drainage solution

Stormtech’s revolutionary Wave Grate, a first-of-its-kind Australian drainage solution, is making waves in the industry. Recently honoured with the prestigious Good Design Award, Wave Grate redefines modern bathroom drainage with its innovative design and functionality.

Decades of dedicated research and development led to the creation of Wave Grate, Stormtech’s inaugural aluminium grate. Designed and manufactured in Australia, this product caters to architects, specifiers, and home-owners seeking a mid-range, Australian-first drainage alternative. With a unique wave profile seamlessly integrating into modern interiors and exteriors, Wave Grate ensures efficient water removal.

Revolutionising Drainage

Made from locally sourced and treated anodised aluminium, Wave Grate is a certified high-flow linear drainage solution complying with WaterMark WMTS:-040:2021, exceeding the Plumbing Code of Australia and Australian Building Standards.

Wave Grate’s patented design includes an insulator preventing corrosion between the aluminium grate and stainless-steel channel. This innovative solution offers design flexibility with easy-to-clean options in silver, brass/gold, or satin black finishes, meeting the needs of both residential and commercial spaces.

A Fusion of Design and Innovation

Emphasising its Australian identity, Stormtech’s Managing Director, Troy Creighton, states, “Wave Grate is 100 percent Australian.” This recognition aligns with Stormtech’s reputation for combining Australian expertise with design-forward solutions.

Setting New Benchmarks

The recent Good Design Award reaffirms Wave Grate’s ground-breaking status, transcending conventional design standards. The anodised aluminium Wave Grate represents a remarkable fusion of design and innovation, solidifying its place as a noteworthy player in modern drainage solutions.

Learn more about Stormtech’s Wave Grate here.

About the Author

Juliet Taylor

Juliet Taylor is one of the leading content writers for Indesign Media Asia Pacific where she publishes weekly research articles across multiple platforms. She graduated from the Australian National University in 2021, with a strong portfolio of academic writing as well as writing for entertainment. Her specialty is in media and philosophy, though she shares a passion for interior design with the Indesign Media conglomerate. Her work with Indesign Media covers a broad range of subjects including interior design trends, architectural advancements, materials and the evolution of modern construction, products and processes for a healthier home, and the proper care of flora. Juliet writes for both residential and commercial audiences and over the past year working with Indesign Media has produced research articles in the hundreds for architects and interior design enthusiasts alike.

Designing a new wave: Stormtech’s award-winning drainage solution

Revolutionising Drainage

A Fusion of Design and Innovation

Setting New Benchmarks

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