zinc Archives - Architectural Metals Australia

New Year, New Brochure, New Collection

To welcome the New Year we are thrilled to launch a fresh Architectural Metals Australia brochure and 2018 Collection Folder. Our new brochure offers a comprehensive overview, explaining who we are, who we work with, and what we have to offer. Learn about our Italian material supply partners, Mazzonetto Spa and Zintek Srl, our national stockist network, and our specialist project management services. The brochure brings to life our product collection, displaying some of our most recently completed projects. For a copy,

Coloured zintek®, now available

Italian material producers zintek® have extended their range to include coloured zinc. Zintek® are authentic zinc craftsmen. After years of dedicated research and product development, they have designed their own coloured zinc collection. “The Coloured Ones” consists of six, vibrant products, all bursting with character and finished with zintek’s® recognisable black surface etching. “The Coloured Ones” range is now available through Architectural Metals Australia. We currently keep Rock Grey stock in our Melbourne warehouse. All other colours can be ordered as needed. Given the boutique

Becoming an AMA supplier

Offer your customers a real point of difference, offer them metal from Architectural Metals Australia (AMA). We are the proud Australian and New Zealand importer and distributor, of Vestis pre-painted aluminium, and zintek® zinc. This year we’re looking to expand our national customer network of roofing, cladding and rainwater goods manufacturers. At Architectural Metals Australia we import Italian coils with aesthetics not normally seen in our market. We’re extending design freedom, expanding possibility; and ensuring architects have access to the materials they need to

An introduction to zintek® zinc

zintek® zinc, beauty, long life and authenticity. Zinc has been used in architectural applications since the 17th century. Today, zinc remains the most widely used, non-ferrous roofing and cladding material in Europe. Locally, as sheet metal cladding and roofing systems continue to gain popularity, zinc is fast becoming a favourite among architects, builders and homeowners. In 2012, Architectural Metals Australia (AMA) forged an official relationship with Zintek Srl; becoming their Australia and New Zealand distribution partner. Zintek Srl is a market leader in Italy, specialising in boutique zinc

Park Street House

zintek®, the perfect architectural accent on Park Street. Park Street, uses two different cladding metals to create an impressive and dynamic residential facade. Dark coated steel decorates the home’s main structure and Architectural Metals Australia’s (AMA) zintek® zinc, completes the garage door. Both materials have been folded into an interlocking system, creating a sense of continuity across the design. Identical cladding profiles enhance the obvious colour contrast between zintek® and the steel, while still allowing materials to compliment each other. In addition to light and dark

Eastern Road Townhouse

Eastern Road Townhouse, the power of detail. Located in Melbourne’s historic suburb of South Melbourne, Eastern Road masterfully present a contemporary facade, with aspects of traditional Victorian residential design. The overall shape of the home symbolically reflects Melbourne’s iconic terrace houses; while material specification and architectural details communicate modern style. Black zinc, in a standing seam cladding system covers most of the structure. Architectural Metals Australia’s (AMA) zintek® zinc forms feature beams, highlighting the balcony. The two zinc surfaces compliment each other perfectly

Cobden Street House

Cobden House, where old meets new … Designed by JAM Architects, Cobden House beautifully displays the effectiveness of juxtaposing new architectural forms, with classic Victorian style. The contemporary South Melbourne extension uses contrasting material textures to achieve its dynamic facade. New timber cladding pays homage to the heritage protected street front, and remaining portion of the original home. The fresh timber boards compliment original weatherboards – an architectural feature in their own right. As the addition extends through the block, materials become increasingly modern. Standing seam, zinc panels,

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