Building Gold Coast Skylines for Life

Hollex Group

Hollex Group is redefining commercial facade contracting on the Gold Coast — delivering end-to-end Window Wall, curtain wall, aluminium and cladding solutions for developers who expect more.

In a market defined by bold architectural ambition and uncompromising delivery timelines, Hollex Group has emerged as a go-to specialist for commercial façade solutions across the Gold Coast and southeast Queensland. Founded in 2018 and backed by more than 70 years of combined industry experience, the former Sydney-based contractor brings a level of governance, capability and service culture that few competitors can match.

We don’t just install facades — we solve problems for head contractors from day one of design through to practical completion. – Joe Lorefice, Sales & Strategy,

Licensed under both the NSW contractor framework and Queensland’s QBCC, Hollex Group delivers the full spectrum of façade work — from Window Wall, Curtain Wall and Aluminium Architectural Screens. Their end-to-end offering, from design and engineering coordination through to installation, positions them as a single point of accountability for head contractors seeking certainty on complex projects.

Directors Joe Lorefice (Sales & Strategy) and Jason Cain (Operations) have built a business that mirrors the professionalism of much larger firms, while retaining the agility and client focus of a specialist contractor. Accounts are externally audited annually by Allan Hall Business Advisors — an AFR Top 100 firm — placing Hollex 12 to 18 months ahead of most businesses at their revenue stage in terms of financial governance.

Recent Gold Coast Projects

Four current projects being delivered on the Gold Coast demonstrate the breadth and quality of Hollex Group’s work — each presenting its own unique design and construction challenges and it’s where Hollex Group excel. With a strong building background, they review each design with a builder’s eye first and then apply their facade expertise to ensure buildability and compliance is achieved.

Amaya

30 First Avenue,
Broadbeach, Gold Coast QLD

A landmark residential tower on the Broadbeach esplanade due for completion May 2026, Amaya comprises of 4 Basements and 34 Stories. The building demanded a façade solution worthy of its premium address. Hollex undertook an extensive design coordination role on this project ensuring the structural envelope eliminated any clashes whilst developing and delivered the full facade package — Curtain Wall, Window Wall, Balustrades and Feature Screen systems — across the building’s striking envelope.

Working closely with the head contractor, the Hollex team coordinated detailed engineering and shop drawings, managed the aluminium and glazing supply chain, and executed a precise installation programme to suit the tower’s high-rise sequencing requirements. The result is a facade that delivers the performance required for a coastal residential environment and the architectural refinement the Broadbeach market expects.

Affinity

40-46 Chelsea Avenue,
Broadbeach, Gold Coast QLD

Following the successful delivery of the Amaya project for our client, Hollex have gone on to secure their next project. The Affinity project is a premium residential 39 Story tower in the heart of Broadbeach. At this early stage of Affinity Hollex is well underway with the early design coordination.

Hollex Group is delivering a full facade package for the project consisting of Curtain Wall, Window Wall, Balustrades and Feature Screen systems — across the building’s envelope. Working closely with the head contractor and facade engineer, the Hollex team coordinated detailed shop drawings, managing the supply chain, and is ensuring we manage a precise installation programme to suit the tower’s high-rise sequencing requirements. The result will be a facade that delivers both the acoustic and thermal performance required for a coastal residential environment the this competitive Broadbeach provides.

Mantaray Lounge

Lot 503 Seaworld Drive,
Main Beach, Gold Coast QLD

Adjacent to the iconic Sea World precinct, the Floating Mantaray Lounge project features a bespoke facade package to meet a challenging project brief. This venue’s bold hospitality design language and striking circular footprint sets it apart as a truly unique build.

Hollex Group were up for the challenge — designing, engineering and procuring this project end-to-end. The project consists of two elliptical floor plans with Level 1 offset over the Ground Floor.

The immense challenge was the 15 different offset radius dimensions, which resulted in 600 different parts being curved to critical tolerances to ensure the close fit and function of the Curved Sliding Doors and windows.

Elle on Jefferson Street

Miami, Gold Coast QLD

The Elle on Jefferson Street development in Miami presented Hollex Group with the challenge of delivering a refined residential facade within a medium-density mixed-use context.

The project is at the early stage of delivery and is a true reflection of Hollex Group’s reputation for collaborative delivery in Queensland’s competitive residential construction market.

A Business Built For Scale

These Gold Coast projects are emblematic of a broader growth story for Hollex Group. The business is continuing organic growth through consistent quality and reliability, expanding its client base supported by the strong residential and commercial construction pipeline across southeast Queensland.

Underpinning that ambition is a governance and operational framework built well ahead of the company’s current revenue stage. Hollex Group continues to build depth within its business structure to ensure consistency and stability for clients.

For head contractors and developers, this means working with a facade specialist that has the experience, systems, accountability and long-term vision of a much larger organisation.

Hollex Group

(Joe) 0428 097 971 | (Jason) 0416 256 007

hollex.com.au




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The Enduring Character of Sandstone

Gosford Quarries

For generations, sandstone has defined some of Australia’s most recognisable civic and heritage landmarks. Today the material is increasingly being reinterpreted within contemporary architecture, delivering façade systems that combine performance, sustainability, craftsmanship and timeless visual appeal.

As one of Australia’s leading suppliers of dimension stone, Gosford Quarries continues to play a major role in this evolution, pairing traditional stonemasonry expertise with advanced manufacturing technologies to deliver highly sophisticated architectural outcomes across commercial, civic and public projects.

“Australian sandstone has been used for generations in some of the country’s most iconic civic and heritage buildings, yet it also adapts seamlessly to modern architectural forms and detailing,” said Specification Representative James Pilling. “Its rich variation in colour, texture and finish allows architects to create facades that feel both contemporary and connected to the Australian landscape and built heritage.”

That versatility extends beyond aesthetics. Sandstone’s thermal stability, natural durability and lower embodied energy continue to position it as a highly sustainable alternative to many manufactured façade systems.

“Sandstone supports a return to more sustainable construction principles—where materials are both structural and aesthetic,” James explained. “When used in load-bearing or post-tensioned applications, it has the potential to reduce reliance on high-carbon materials like concrete and steel.”

Behind many of Gosford Quarries’ contemporary façade projects lies a sophisticated blend of artisan knowledge and cutting-edge technology. Skilled banker stonemasons work alongside CNC robotic machinery, CAD modelling systems and advanced profiling saws to create complex stone forms with exceptional precision.

“This combination of artisan knowledge and advanced processing technology has expanded the design possibilities of sandstone in contemporary architecture,” James said. “It allows architects and builders to realise complex façade concepts while maintaining the authenticity and qualities of natural Australian stone.”

The company collaborates closely with architects and builders from the earliest design stages, helping tailor colour palettes, finishes and stone profiles to suit each project’s architectural intent. Physical stone samples remain a critical part of the process, allowing project teams to assess texture, tone and natural variation firsthand.

“By working in close partnership with project teams throughout design, specification and fabrication, we ensure each project achieves a unique, site-specific architectural outcome that is both visually compelling and practical to construct,” James said.

Performance and compliance remain equally important considerations. Gosford Quarries works extensively with engineers and façade consultants to ensure fixing systems, weathering performance and durability requirements are addressed from the outset.

“Whether using traditional anchoring systems or modern mechanical fixings, we ensure compatibility between the stone and supporting structure, accounting for load, movement and long-term performance,” James said.

Among the company’s recent façade portfolio, 135 King Street in Sydney stands out as a particularly strong example of sandstone’s contemporary architectural potential. The refurbishment project reinterprets Sydney’s historic sandstone character through sculptural, vertically articulated façade elements that create depth, rhythm and constantly shifting interaction with light and shadow throughout the day.

Delivering the project required highly precise fabrication methods and close coordination across the broader project team. “It demonstrates how natural sandstone can work seamlessly alongside modern materials such as glass and steel, forming part of a fully integrated façade system that meets contemporary performance and buildability requirements,” James said.

At the other end of the spectrum, the Australian War Memorial upgrade in Canberra highlights Gosford Quarries’ capabilities within technically demanding heritage applications, with sandstone sourced from the same quarry location as the original building to achieve close material continuity.

These projects reflect the company’s ability to deliver both highly crafted contemporary façade systems and nationally significant heritage works, reinforcing sandstone’s enduring role within Australian architecture.

For more information contact Gosford Quarries, 301 Mona Vale Road, Terrey Hills NSW 2084, phone 02 8585 8282, email sales@gosfordquarries.com.au, website www.gosfordquarries.com.au




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From Concept to Completion: The Value of an Integrated Façade Approach

Chevalier (Aluminium Engineering) Limited

As Australian construction projects grow more architecturally ambitious, the demand for façade contractors who can do more than simply install cladding has never been greater.

Chevalier (Aluminium Engineering) Limited is meeting that demand head-on by bringing together in-house design, engineering, fabrication, and project management capabilities.

“Chevalier has in-house design, engineering, fabrication, and project management teams, making us one of the few façade contractors in Australia that still operates its own manufacturing facility for façade products,” said General Manager Vivian Leung. “With full control over the entire process, we are able to achieve exceptional efficiency, maintain strict quality control, and ensure timely project delivery.”

That integrated model is not simply a point of difference; it is increasingly becoming a prerequisite for the complexity of modern façade work.

That capability was demonstrated on the Harbourside Redevelopment, where the façade design included a series of highly articulated vertical fins intended to replicate the organic texture of weathered sandstone. The original concept called for glass reinforced concrete (GRC). Chevalier’s team, led by Project Managers Max Li and Charles Han, proposed and successfully delivered a precision-engineered aluminium solution, achieving the architect’s intended appearance while reducing weight, improving manufacturing accuracy, and enhancing the façade’s overall sustainability performance.

“Through detailed 3D modelling, extensive prototyping, precision welding, and hand-finishing, we were able to demonstrate that aluminium could faithfully replicate the architect’s vision while delivering real advantages in quality and constructability,” says Max Li. The project also incorporated low-carbon aluminium produced using renewable energy, directly contributing to the development’s sustainability objectives.

On site, the delivery was driven by an experienced installation team including Feng Ji, Frank Qi, Colin Li, and Lucas Gong. “Successful façade installation relies on experienced people, early planning, and genuine collaboration with every trade on site,” explained site team member Feng Ji. “That’s what made Harbourside work.”

The Sydney Biomedical Accelerator (SBA) demonstrated a different dimension of Chevalier’s integrated delivery model. With an architecturally complex façade geometry and demanding structural, weatherproofing, thermal, and acoustic performance requirements, the project relied on close collaboration between design, engineering, fabrication, and project management from the earliest stages.

Project Managers Charles Han and Fred Fan led Chevalier’s response, which centred on extensive early-stage engineering coordination and 3D modelling to identify and resolve interface issues before fabrication commenced, reducing construction risk while creating a smoother pathway for manufacturing and installation.

“The complexity of the SBA demanded that our engineering and design teams were embedded in the project from the very beginning,” explained Charles Han. “By working through the critical details early, we were able to streamline fabrication and installation significantly, and ensure compliance with the project’s strict performance criteria.”

At Iglu Kingsford, multiple materials and systems have been selected to create a single coordinated facade design. Curtain walling, aluminium cladding, terracotta panels, and GRC sunshade elements each bring different structural, manufacturing, and installation requirements.

By bringing design, engineering, fabrication, and project delivery together, Chevalier is able to coordinate those interfaces throughout the project lifecycle rather than resolving them as they arise during construction. Site team members Henry Guo and Charlotte He are central to managing that coordination on the ground.

“The key challenge is ensuring seamless integration between different materials and systems while maintaining the architectural intent and construction programme,” explained Charlotte He. “Having our design, engineering, and fabrication teams all working together makes that coordination significantly more manageable.”

Chevalier’s integrated model has enabled the company to approach façades as complete building systems rather than individual manufactured components. From re-engineering complex architectural features at Harbourside, to resolving performance requirements at the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator, and coordinating multiple façade systems at Iglu Kingsford, the approach provides project teams with greater certainty from design through to installation.

“As buildings become more complex and performance expectations continue to rise, façade contractors need to contribute genuine technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle. Our integrated team allows us to work alongside architects, builders, and developers to deliver solutions that are both ambitious and practical,” explained Vivian Leung.

For more information contact Chevalier (Aluminium Engineering) Limited, Suite 2003, 109 Pitt Street, NSW 2000, phone 02 9232 3189, email cae@chevalier.com, website www.chevalier.com




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Supporting Builders with Fire-Rated Façade Installation

Melbourne Cladding Exteriors

Melbourne Cladding Exteriors has established itself as a specialist contractor in Victoria’s fire-rated façade sector, delivering the supply and installation of autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) panel systems for premium residential and medium-density construction projects.

Founded by Shanon Farrugia more than a decade ago, the company has developed extensive expertise in CSR Hebel systems.

Working closely with builders, architects and project teams to deliver compliant external wall solutions where fire performance, structural accuracy and finishing quality are critical, Melbourne Cladding Exteriors’ portfolio spans architecturally designed homes, luxury residential developments and selected commercial projects throughout metropolitan Melbourne.

Melbourne Cladding Exteriors has built its capability around a highly specialised installation discipline. The company’s experience with fire-rated AAC systems allows it to manage projects from material quantification through to installation, providing builders with a coordinated delivery model that maintains programme certainty and installation consistency.

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“Everything has to be done thoroughly, to 100%,” explained Shanon. “That attention to detail is how I’ve kept my reputation and kept the business running.”

The company’s process is streamlined and client-focused from first contact through to completion. Detailed drawings are reviewed, a thorough estimator-led takeoff process works out quantities, and once a quote is approved, materials are delivered and installed with the same level of care applied at every stage. Managing both supply and installation enables the company to coordinate the façade package through a single contractor.

Having spent ten years focused specifically on fire-rated aerated concrete panel systems, Shanon is now expanding the business into broader cladding categories, including Axon cladding and James Hardie products, bringing the same exacting standards to a wider range of architectural applications. “We’ve built our reputation on doing one thing exceptionally well,” Shanon said. “Now we’re ready to take that same approach into new territory.”

For more information contact Melbourne Cladding Exteriors, phone 0424 114 980, website www.melbournecladding.net



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Revealing New Language for Brick Architecture

Steel Backed Brick

Across Australia brick is re-emerging not as a conventional building material, but as a deliberate architectural language of texture, memory and craft. Sculptural curved façades and adaptive reuse projects are utilising the versaility of brick to ground contemporary developments within the urban landscape.

Steel Backed Brick has over 20 years of onsite experience supporting some of the country’s most technically demanding brick cladding and lightweight brick systems through specialist cutting and façade preparation services.

“We cover the whole industry,” said Operations Manager Irine Klar. “From a backyard feature wall to large-scale restaurants and major commercial projects, and everything in between. We understand the impact of product delays and inaccurate supply on a project, so we make sure that bricklayers are working efficiently and effectively, without setbacks on site.”

That experience is best illustrated through the projects Steel Backed Brick has delivered. At Sydney’s Central Station, the company was contracted to cut 60,000 individual bricks into 10 different angle configurations ranging from just 2mm to 19mm to create an extraordinary animated artwork mural embedded into precast concrete panels. Designed by artist Bronwyn Bancroft, the installation depicts Aboriginal artwork that appears to materialise as trains pass by. The entire brick cutting scope was completed within a three-month turnaround.

At the Parkview Northwest Quarter project, Steel Backed Brick spent 18 months regrooving 180,000 brick faces and 45,000 corners to bring imported bricks into compliance with Australian standards, with zero tolerance for error. While at Seed Heritage in Pitt Street Mall, the team in-stalled a brick cladding facade designed to evoke the heritage aesthetic of a building predating the Westfield development surrounding it.

Steel Backed Brick works closely with recycled brick suppliers across New South Wales and Victoria, and ensures that every by-product of the cutting process, from brick offcuts to water and cutting blades, is recycled or repurposed.

For more information contact Steel Backed Brick, 36 Princes Street, Riverstone NSW 2765, email sales@sbbv.com.au, phone 02 9627 4116, website www.sbbv.com.au



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