Over 1650 298 x 548mm panels with chamfered edges were made for the pre-function centre walls. Panels were painted 30 different paint colours and gloss levels including metallic and strategically positioned in a mosaic tiled effect to create the imagery of a wood pigeons outstretched wing.

Firesafe MDF was used in the arena with a paint finish to meet the fire requirements of the job. Arena Stair Rise panels used slotted perforations to provide the acoustic treatment required with a matt black finish. On the horizontal terracotta battens, four different orange hues were used to give a colourful standout feature that enhances the arena and contrasts with the black wall areas.

The Arena Exit way panels were painted Clockwork Orange for visibility and had a 46% open area to achieve high performance acoustic ratings. Décortech worked closely with the Architect and Main Contractor to design these panels to ensure they met the open area requirements without compromising the stability of the panels.

Décortech worked closely with the Main Contractor to produce shop drawings and assembly drawings for all panels prior to manufacture.

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MOTAT combined the use of high-tech LVL structures with decorative, acoustic and fire-resistant wood panelling. Décortech perforated and non-perforated panels were used with Tasmanian Blackwood and Tasmanian Oak veneer to introduce contrast and warmth into the interior.

Décortech created custom panelling for MOTAT following the design brief from studio Pacific Architects. Full-scale samples were created for the architects at the outset so any changes could be made before construction.

The combination of perforated panels and non-perforated panels on the gallery wall creates a standout feature that manages the aviation hall’s acoustic, fireproofing and airflow needs.

Over 900 panels were installed on the gallery wall and over 1200 panels overall, with all panels being predrilled with countersunk screw holes to make installation easier.

Décortech created over 400 precision shop drawings for approval from the site measurements provided before manufacturing commenced to ensure panels were correct once they were delivered to site.

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Multigroove 3/16 perforations with Décortech Factory applied White Satin Finish was specified for the atrium area and the bottom of the pods to help create a light and airy feel to the building. The Multigroove perforation was customised to leave a border at the top and bottom of the panel and the panels were supplied to the exact size required to ensure the border stayed consistent throughout the building.

The panels were painted Pure White down the Décortech Paintline as the computer controlled application of paint gives a high quality, even and consistent run free finish each time. The panels are UV cured and come off the line dry reducing lead time and allowing Décortech to guarantee a premium finish. Our UV cured paint is a hard wearing, scratch resistant finish making it ideal for public areas.

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Wharewaka’s unique sloping ceilings on the first floor were perfect for Décortech customised panels.

The Multigroove 3/16 lent itself to the space with ship lapped edges butting together to allow a seamless finish. The Multigroove 3/16 vertical slats were ideal in the space as they spanned the ceiling bringing a sense of height and space and bringing design, form and function to the interior.

The panels were easily installed using modified staple gun on loan from Décortech. This gives a fully concealed fixing as the panel is stapled through the grooves.

The lower floor panels were individually machined and there were over 114 different panels. The panels were drawn by Décortech prior to machining and this minimised any errors in the actual panels allowing for total accuracy. Décortech’s fully customisable patterns allowed the panel size to be changed while keeping the borders and the perforations consistent, creating panels that fit the space perfectly but also remain constant.

Architecture Plus engaged Décortech with their design months prior to the project commencing. Samples were produced for the project allowing the architect to see exactly what they were specifying and to critique and make changes where necessary.

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Over 2500 triangles were required for this project and 280 custom panels were individually templated by installers Forman Commercial Interiors. The panels were then shop drawn and once approved, produced.

The panels had to meet both acoustic requirements and fire requirements. The fire ratings required on the ceiling were SFI – 2 and SDI – 5 and were crucial to meet the building code for surface spread of flame and smoke development index. Our Firesafe Radiata Plywood panels were ideal as the our SFI – 0 and SDI – 3 rating more than covered this and due to the coastal environment, Radiata Plywood was the obvious choice. Being able to combine plywood with the Fire Resistant coating system meant that natural timber could be used in the project and no compromises were required in terms of the finish as Décortech Firesafe Radiata has a hard wearing, satin finish that is applied down our Paintline for a premium result on every panel.

The panels curved to a 3 metre radius and initially it was unclear whether this could be achieved in 12mm Radiata Plywood. Décortech constructed a full sized 3 metre radius curved sample to demonstrate to Moller Architects exactly what they were specifying. This was then critiqued and changes were made as required. Countersunk screw holes were added to make onsite installation easier.

Acoustic Requirements of 30% open area were required so a custom perforation HR913 was created to achieve the open area needed to keep the hole perforation that the architect specified.

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Décortech Interior A/C Hoop Plywood with custom slot perforations was combined with upstands to achieve the look of a solid balustrade for the open atrium at the award winning BNZ Harbour Quays Building in Wellington.

Décortech High performance acoustic linings were used to minimise noise reverberation and improve the atmosphere of the building. A slotted perforation for the balustrades was paired with custom hole perforations in the ceiling of the meeting room areas to bring a fun and vibrant look to the interior spaces while providing a superior acoustic solution. The use of timber brings warmth and character to the atrium area and softens the glass that runs the full length of the building making the space both light and airy and warm and welcoming.

BNZ Harbour Quays obtained a 6 Green Star rating for the interior fitout . Hoop Pine plywood was able to meet all Green Star requirements as Hoop Pine is 100% plantation grown and is managed by the Queensland Government and independently certified to the Australian Forestry Standard (AFS). Hoop Pine also has chain of custody documentation to prove that it has been harvested from sustainably managed forests.

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Acoustics were vital in the food and beverage areas of Eden Park Sports Stadium as were the surface spread of flame fire requirements. These needs were combined in the Décortech panels made from Firesafe MDF to give an SFI-0 and SDI-5 and perforated with a custom holes and slots pattern to achieve the open area for the acoustic performance required. Tasmanian Oak veneer brings a richness to the panels and the warmth of a real wood grain.

All panels were supplied prefinished with Décortech factory applied clear satin finish with Decoustic 85 felt bonded to the back of the panel to increase the acoustic performance. Light and service penetrations were also factory cut by Décortech to allow for easier installation and meaning fully finished panels were delivered to site.  The perforations were stopped on the panels that required lights and service cut outs leaving a clean consistent look for them.

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The award winning Birkenhead library showcases a number of different Décortech panels. The Broken Glass custom design was used on the walls and ceilings in the main library with Multigroove Acoustic Panels with Tasmanian Oak veneer used in the foyer ceilings and a mixture of bubble and plain concept ceiling tiles in meeting rooms.

The “Broken Glass” pattern was designed by the architect for the project to give the totally unique design. Firesafe MDF was used to meet the stringent fire ratings required for public spaces. This project has combined a highly decorative look with the functional acoustic and fire retardant aspects required.

The perforated panel allows filtered lighting into the library through the main window and sky lights in the ceiling that subtly changes throughout the day.

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Macrocarpa veneer in Firesafe MDF was used to bring warmth and personality to the interior. Triangulated Macrocarpa veneered panels created a 3D effect with the triangles set against black panels to create a stunning negative detail. The timber panels were used to create a warm and welcoming interior with the slotted perforations allowing air to pass through. There were over 650 individual panels manufactured for Wellington Airport and while challenging the results are well worth the effort.

The Firesafe MDF, with a SDI-0 and SFI-5, gives the required fire rating allowing for a hard wearing clear satin finish to be applied and eliminating the need for intumescent paints to be applied onsite.

Decoustic 85 Felt was bonded to the back of the panels to further absorb sound and increase the acoustic properties of the panels.

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