Updates and insights on elevators and escalators for building managers, architects, consultants, builders, and the community at large.
On most high-rise construction sites, the lifts are the last thing to arrive and the first thing everyone wishes they had. Trades queue for a hoist that stops in high wind. The facade waits on tie-in points that cannot come off until the hoist does. And the permanent shaft sits there, finished, doing nothing.
The first thing most people want to know is the number, and most pages make you scroll past three hundred words to find it. So here it is. A KONE MonoSpace® Home starts from $70,000, installed as of June 2026. That figure buys a premium, machine-room-less electric traction lift built into the shaft of your home for a two-stop lift.
You have found the home you want to stay in, or you are building it from the ground up, and a lift is on the list. The first practical question is always the same: where does it go, and how much room does it take?
Integrating a home lift into residential design is becoming increasingly important. From spatial planning to long-term usability, explore five key considerations for creating smarter, more accessible homes.
Seamlessly connect every level of your home with a lift that blends beautiful design and effortless accessibility.
KONE's intuitive online tools empower you to design custom elevator interiors, optimise building layouts, and visualise your project with ease.
Explore the benefits of space-saving, energy-efficient machine room-less (MRL) elevators and discover how MRL technology is transforming modern buildings.
Reliable, dependable elevators are key to smooth people flow – and an optimised patient experience
How KONE is Redefining Sustainability in Building Design
KONE’s pioneering machine room-less elevators, like the MonoSpace DX and MiniSpace DX, redefine efficiency, sustainability, and user experience in vertical transportation.
A Smart, Sustainable Choice
Seamlessly Integrating Design, Innovation, and Sustainability
Recommendations, Customisation, and Innovation
See how KONE's connected elevators move beyond transport to become the central nervous system of a modern, responsive, and future-proof smart building.
Stop paying to fix elevator breakdowns and start investing in preventing them altogether.
How Often Should Elevators be Serviced?
Maintenance, Modernisation, and Energy Efficiency
80% of the buildings we'll use in 2050 already exist. The question is: are they ready for the future?
Most lifts are designed for somewhere between 15 and 25 years of service. That is the short answer, and it is worth putting up front.
A full "rip and replace" is no longer the only option for an ageing elevator; intelligent, modular upgrades are the smarter strategic path.
Don’t ignore the signs — early action keeps your building moving smoothly
Why Include Elevator Modernisation in Your Renovation?
Elevator safety has come a long way, making elevators one of the most safe and convenient mode of transportation for that exist today
Escalators are inherently safer than commonly perceived, and modern advancements in safety features have further enhanced their security, making today's escalators even more reliable.
Insights into Elevator Functionality and Failures
Why Include Elevator Modernisation in Your Renovation?
Three machines, three jobs, and a surprising amount of confusion between them. Most people can picture all three without being able to say what actually separates them, which becomes a problem the moment you are the one deciding what goes into a building.
Most tenders for a new installation get decided on two things: the price and the delivery date. Both are easy to compare, which is exactly why they get the attention. Neither tells you much about what the next twenty-five years look like. There are a limited number of elevator companies in Australia capable of delivering at scale, and choosing between them is one of the few procurement decisions on a build that keeps costing or saving money long after practical completion. Worth spending an afternoon on rather than an hour.
Understanding your legal duty for elevator safety is the first step in protecting your tenants, your asset, and your financial standing.
Discover how KONE's smart, eco-friendly elevator systems lower operational costs, achieve NABERS ratings, and increase your assets' value.
The answer is no, and this is why.
The elevator industry as a whole is dedicated to inclusivity and safety, ensuring that vertical movement is not a barrier for those with disabilities
Escalators are often criticised for safety issues, but when used correctly, they're actually among the safest forms of mass transportation available today.
Ever wondered about those bristly brushes on escalators? Discover their surprising safety purpose and how they prevent accidents on these moving stairs.
Discover how escalators revolutionise public spaces by improving people flow, accessibility, and safety. Learn why they're essential for malls, airports, and transit stations.
Ditch the old "walk left, stand right" rule! Discover the new escalator etiquette guidelines for 2024 and prioritise safety for all.
In times of emergency, the safety of elevators is often overlooked.
