AS2047 & Installation Overview BDQ invites members to attend the upcoming Online CPD Masterclass with ALSPEC, featuring a presentation by Martin Hewett. This Informal CPD session provides a practical overview of AS2047-2014 and the importance of compliant installation practices for aluminium windows and doors within Australian construction projects. Designed for builders, architects, façade contractors, installers,...
Elevating Home Design with Allcast Plunge Pools Overview BDQ invites members to attend the upcoming Online CPD Masterclass with Allcast Plunge Pools, featuring a presentation by Mike Cunningham. This Formal CPD session explores how precast concrete plunge pools are being integrated into award-winning residential and hospitality projects across Australia. Mike will cover design integration, installation...
A Focus on SolarSpan One panel, three functions — roof, insulation and ceiling in a single system. Join Caroline Bell from Bondor Metecno, one of BDQ's valued Industry Partners, for a closer look at SolarSpan, the insulated panel system designed to simplify construction without compromising on performance. Caroline brings deep product expertise to this session,...
DA + BA: An Integrated Approach Buildable Approvals and Plannable Town Planning now run a coordinated pathway for Development Applications and Building Approvals. This session covers how it works and what it means for your projects. Lead Residential Certifier Anthony Ibrahim will go through the issues currently delaying approvals across the state. Town Planning Team...
Designing with the Body Clock Light does more than shape how a space looks — it shapes how the people in it feel. Join Susan Stokes of L A Lounge for a closer look at circadian rhythm lighting, exploring the biological mechanism behind it, how light signals affect the human body, and how these effects...
Changes to Energy Efficiency Assessments for New Builds and Renovations The rules just changed, and if you're not across them yet, now's the time. The Queensland Government has released new legislation and guidelines for Energy Efficiency Assessments, and it's a big shift for anyone working on new builds and renovations. Join Victoria Walker from Building...
The Fee Conversation: Designing Your Way to Profit BDQ invites members to attend the upcoming online evening CPD session, The Fee Conversation: Designing Your Way to Profit. Join Tamica Lewis from Tempus Design Studio, Owen Kleidon from StruXi Design, Dane Power from Koda Design and Gavan Porter from GSP Advisory as they take an honest...
Professional Indemnity Insurance is a requirement for practising building designers, but the cost of a policy is rarely the full picture. Excess arrangements, run-off obligations, claims history and policy exclusions...