The first problem to solve was that set by the site's limitations. A prominent factor in this arrangement was, of course, the natural lighting of the main bank chamber, which occupies the entire ground floor. The heating in this chamber is done by radiant panels of high-temperature steel, level in the ceiling, which, together with all the walls, are acoustically treated - the ceiling with specially cast sound-absorbing tiles and the walls with acoustic plaster.
In the center of the public space, the tables are of Caleula marble and are relieved by simple ornament of bronze, glass and chrome plating. Two elevators operate at the rear of the chamber for the use of the bank's staff, and one is provided at the front for access to the executive offices on the upper floors. The remaining two elevators connect to the ground floor lobby and are for the use of the tenants occupying four of the higher floors.
The front offices on the first floor are dedicated to executive rooms and are surrounded by walnut plywood and have built-in furniture in the same material. The second floor is similarly occupied by banking departments, and it also houses the exchange of pneumatic tubes, the exchange of G.P.O. It should be understood that grain elevators are generally designed on the fly and that often, while the excavation of the foundation trenches is in progress, plans for the rest of the work are in progress.
Parts of the building can be projected beyond the general line, creating shadows, or they can extend higher, creating a varied and playful skyline. This is the usual case for the horizontal band 4. at the foot of the tray. This problem of "fenestration" or the treatment of solids and voids should receive a lot of attention, especially in the case of the larger buildings, as with a little attention it is often possible to significantly improve the appearance.
The Architect's aesthetic sense will help him determine the most pleasing proportions. A pleasant effect can be achieved by making the upper row of windows in a facade square and of the same width as those below. Although other parts of the building may not be true expressions,. in no case should the scale of any part appear false.
When approaching the top of the workhouse, it is often possible to reduce the floor areas, and this should be used to improve the appearance. Cornices or horizontal bands of windows or concrete should be continuous around the sides of the building seen from one point of view. Different treatment of the wall surfaces should be indicated by shading or by blackening doors and windows.
The term "cyclone" is used to describe the expansion chamber of the dust collection system.
ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR 1934-35
McIntyre, for the outstanding work it did in the interests of the profession and especially its students. Copies of the Income and Expenditure Statements and the Balance Sheets for the year 1934 for the institute's several accounts are attached hereto. Members' attention is drawn to the fact that the council has decided that, in addition to the general account, there is also the account relating to the R.V.I.A.
The enclosed overviews show that the income from all sources with regard to the General Account has been added up compared to. The annual accounts relating to the "Journal of the R.V.I.A." Account shows that the operations related to the Journal resulted in a net profit of . The Board's considerations in dealing with matters of a federal nature have consistently focused on such local government policies.
McCutcheon to the presidency of the Congress for the year 1934-35, the honor was thus conferred on the architectural profession of the building industry, which was highly appreciated by the Institute Council. One of the most important works of the Building Industry Congress is the undertaking of a senior committee of that body {on which Mr. Institute's Building Regulations Committee considered the question of the proposed new regulations and presented evidence in connection therewith to the Departmental Committee.
The Commission's report and recommendations have been submitted to the minister, who is currently considering them. The Institute during the year became a member of the recently established Building Industry Congress Credit Bureau. Members are therefore requested to apply to the Secretary of the Institute for admission to associate membership of the B.I.C.
During the first part of the year, the chairmanship of the committee was held by Mr. Members and students are notified of the extensions effected with respect to the Allied Societies' Library at Kelvin Hall, whose R.V.I.A. The Architecture Department of the Library has gradually developed and is now a valuable addition to the activities of the Institute.
STUDENTS' SOCIETY SECTION
LOOK TO YOUR GARDEN
The best advice I can give to those who are interested in designing gardens themselves - and I repeat. to repeat that the design of gardens is inseparably connected with the design of houses - means to study well the works of the great gardeners of other countries with the help of all available books. The gardens of the Italian Renaissance were designed by an architect and are still monuments to their creators. An important lesson we can learn from the Italians is how to achieve lasting effects that will require minimal maintenance expenditure.
From the English we learn the multitude of colors in herbaceous borders, the value of smooth, green lawns and large spreading trees, and above all the happy skill of graceful passing. from a formal garden to a woodland walk. Those who would use stone in the design of rock gardens, or who aim at other natural effects, will do well to study the works of these former masters of what has become a very advanced art in Japan. When you travel abroad, you can see that English gardeners have managed to absorb the characteristics of other styles with infinitely greater success. as the French or Italians have; the latter could, for example, imitate English work.
It seems to me that our future in Australia lies in developing a mixture of the qualities possessed by the Italian and the English gardens, but then we Australians have the experience of the whole world behind us, and it will be interesting to see what we develop under these conditions. With a view to taking up draftsmen who had been disengaged during the recent economic depression, the Council established an Employment Bureau which proved so useful to Architects and draftsmen that it was established permanently. Architects in need of qualified drafting assistance or draftsmen who may be unemployed are invited to communicate with the Secretary, who will be glad to give full information about this facility.
Hearty congratulations are extended to the Royal Institute of British Architects on the attainment of -its Centenary, and every good wish is offered for the future success of the parent institute. The opening of the new R.I.B.A. built in Portland Place, London, by His Majesty the King was a feature of the Centenary celebrations, and was attended by a large and distinguished assembly. This opportunity is taken to record the pleasure of the profession in Victoria at the honor of knighthood recently conferred by His Majesty on the Secretary of the R.I.B.A. Sir Ian MacAlister), it is recognized by members in this State that the strength and success of the British Institute is largely due to the work of Sir Ian.
Pursuant to an arrangement made with the British Institute, facilities were provided by the Council for members of the R.I.B.A.
THE STANDARDS ASSOCIATION
GRAIN ELEVATOR ARCHITECTURE
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