Major Partner
James Hardie

Supporting BDQ Members
for over 30 years!

About James Hardie

James Hardie Industries is the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fibre cement building solutions. The company empowers homeowners and building professionals alike to achieve the home of their dreams with premium quality solutions that enable endless possibilities for design and aesthetics, while also delivering trusted protection and long-lasting beauty.

Helping you to specify and inspire your clients

Can you design your client’s dream home with less time, cost and effort, all without compromising on your vision? With James Hardie, It’s Possible™. The integration of our products and accessories work together seamlessly to give you peace of mind on any project. The premium quality of every James Hardie product makes us the best partner to bring your designs to life. The James Hardie Specifier page is your one stop shop for the latest design news and specifier tools. Whatever your vision, It’s Possible™ with James Hardie.

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Inspiration and support for your clients - With James Hardie It’s Possible

If you’ve got the vision, our range of exterior cladding solutions provide design, possibilities, long-lasting beauty, and trusted protection. Here you can find lots of inspiration, brochures and support to use yourself or hand over to your clients as you work to bring their brief to life.

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Box Modern

The box shape is foundational in modern architecture

It’s driven by the ethos “form follows function” where design is stripped back to pure form. A single box creates little interest. The arrangement and treatment of distinct box shapes is what makes the look compelling.

Mid Century Modern

The Mid Century Modern Look is minimalist with exquisite detail

Originating in Europe, modernism influenced housing and furniture design from the 1930’s through the to 1970’s. It was hopeful and experimental. One of the main principles is “form follows function” meaning that the purpose comes before design indulgences.

Mixed Cladding

Mixed Cladding is used to add design diversity

Mixed materials and layering is a popular interior design technique. There's freedom in being able to mix complimentary or contrasting textures. When design moves to the exterior, mixed cladding breaks up the homogenous designs which are a symptom of narrow lot housing. Alternatively, it provides an opportunity for the decisive to play and create something unexpected.

Modern Coastal

The Modern Coastal Look is reflective of Australia's beach shack history

Crisp white weatherboards combined with contemporary clean lines. Indoor and outdoor living areas beautifully styled in a coastal theme to reflect a luxe but laid-back beach life.

Scandi Barn

Modern farmhouse designs are on trend

It connects well with the Scandinavian style which is characterized by the minimalist philosophy that encourages simplicity. It creates a strong relationship between the design elements and nature. Barn style homes are loved in Australia for their vaulted ceilings, open plan living spaces and bold street presence.

Australian Hamptons

The Hamptons look is now an enduring Australian style

It has evolved from its coastal origins to suit Australian country and urban settings. It's less ornate and more down to earth than a traditional Hamptons look. It features larger verandahs for protection in hot summers and is often reminiscent of Queenslander homes.

Contemporary Hamptons

The Contemporary Hamptons look is the authentic style

With the Hamptons Look becoming mainstream in Australia, those who appreciate its opulence have added bold contemporary touches seeking a higher level of sophistication. Expect big, bold gables and cladding and trims with a black and white contrast. Clean lines are favoured over fussy decoration.

Traditional Hamptons

The Traditional Hamptons look is a classic

The Traditional Hamptons look is pretty, luxurious, and highly detailed. It retains more of the American Hamptons influence resulting in classic charm. It suits sprawling homes with complex rooflines and layers of stately decorative details.

Major Partner
James Hardie

Supporting BDQ Members
for over 30 years!

About James Hardie

Helping you to specify and inspire your clients

Inspiration and support for your clients - With James Hardie It’s Possible

Box Modern

The box shape is foundational in modern architecture

Mid Century Modern

The Mid Century Modern Look is minimalist with exquisite detail

Mixed Cladding

Mixed Cladding is used to add design diversity

Modern Coastal

The Modern Coastal Look is reflective of Australia's beach shack history

Scandi Barn

Modern farmhouse designs are on trend

Australian Hamptons

The Hamptons look is now an enduring Australian style

Contemporary Hamptons

The Contemporary Hamptons look is the authentic style

Traditional Hamptons

The Traditional Hamptons look is a classic

Thanks to our Major Partner

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Major Partner James Hardie

Supporting BDQ Members for over 30 years!

About James Hardie

Helping you to specify and inspire your clients

Inspiration and support for your clients - With James Hardie It’s Possible

Box Modern

The box shape is foundational in modern architecture

Mid Century Modern

The Mid Century Modern Look is minimalist with exquisite detail

Mixed Cladding

Mixed Cladding is used to add design diversity

Modern Coastal

The Modern Coastal Look is reflective of Australia's beach shack history

Scandi Barn

Modern farmhouse designs are on trend

Australian Hamptons

The Hamptons look is now an enduring Australian style

Contemporary Hamptons

The Contemporary Hamptons look is the authentic style

Traditional Hamptons

The Traditional Hamptons look is a classic

Thanks to our Major Partner

Connect with us!

Stay up to date

Get the latest on BDQ news and events, community updates and industry trends.

Building Designers’ Association of Queensland Inc t/a Building Design Queensland

Building Design for Better Queensland Communities

Major Partner
James Hardie

Supporting BDQ Members
for over 30 years!

Get the latest on BDQ news and events,
community updates and industry trends.

Building Designers’ Association of Queensland Inc
t/a Building Design Queensland

Building Design
for Better Queensland
Communities