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Our manufacturing process – from base product to decorative finishes
When it comes to providing quality decorative wood-based solutions that are not only beautiful to look at but are also sustainably sourced and produced, Sonae Arauco is proud to say that we are one of the leading providers in this field. Because of our stringent quality and environmental controls, we ensure that our products keep to the highest possible industry standards.
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The Architects Guide to sustainable and functional office spaces
Throughout our series we have been focusing on a professional approach to home...
Introducing the all-new Spirit finish
With the launch now well underway, Spirit, Sonae Arauco’s latest addition to the Innovus finishes range, joins an already award-winning list of distinguished finishes that form part of the iconic Innovus Decorative Products range.
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Five interior design apps for experts
Savvy interior design experts are keenly aware of the constant growth of technology and make use of applications that they can use to smooth out the conception process. They enjoy the ability to quickly and effectively relate new ideas and designs on the fly.
After reviewing an extensive list of design apps for both handheld and desktop devices, we have narrowed down the list to five of our favourites. Why these five and not just one? We believe that each application fulfils at least one or two of the pillars of design work. This includes quick and easy sketches and plans to decorative options to interactive tools that allow us to apply existing designs to contemporary templates.
As such, one tool alone can never be enough!
Let’s face it, we’ve all been in a situation where access to our home’s blueprints and floor plans can be quite a hassle. From previous homeowners not sending original plans to information getting lost along the way. It’s almost impossible to start designing without at least a basic layout.
RoomScan Pro is a simple yet effective application that uses your phone’s technology to scan the layout of your home interior and put together a basic plan within seconds. This is super useful for envisioning furnishings and new décors that are unique to you.
RoomScan Pro utilises augmented scanning techniques that allow you to touch your phone against a wall to garner accurate measurements. Not only is it ideal for interior design, but can also assist in envisioning exterior modules such as patios.
While we all like to think we have a keen idea of measurements and sizing, we often find that when we’re away from home we don’t always have those details on hand. With Photo Measures, you are able to put together and keep a record of all the important measurements you’ve taken.
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Defining multi-functional living spaces
In an era of being housebound more than usual, our homes are quickly becoming a space where we quite literally do it all. From raising families to maintaining our professional lifestyles, the home...
Making the most of modest kitchens in urban spaces
There’s no denying culinary enthusiasts dream of grand kitchens with each and every accessory they could think of. However, many of us living in the current year have to make do with limited space with oddly defined proportions.
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The Architect’s path to fashioning sublime bathroom interiors
From using the correct colour palette to choosing the best material, a bathroom often ends up an expensive affair. Because of this, bathrooms often bear the hallmark of the era they were designed in. This is where the term “capsule bathroom” comes from.
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Engage with us & you could WIN!
To celebrate the anticipated launch of Innovus’ all-new Spirit Finish, Sonae Arauco is awarding its followers and customers R15,000 worth of prizes!
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A vision of open-plan interior spaces
We are quickly moving towards an era where a focus on minimalism and a trend towards “back to basics” is defining the way in which we envision interior design. One of the more common elements of this design approach is an airy and versatile open-plan...
Five common kitchen design mistakes to avoid
Everyone seeking to design a kitchen desires fixtures and finishes that match their particular style and taste. However, wanting to create a space that matches both trends and personal preferences and implementing it, are two different things.
Sometimes, the form that we adopt may not always function the way we initially envisioned. As such, it’s important to take note of the various pitfalls DIY designers fall into when creating a unique kitchen interior. Ahead, we list the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.
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