NATHERS 7-STAR COMPLIANCE: Principles & Practices for Energy-Efficient Homes OverviewJoin us for a formal CPD session presented by Nikitas Smirnios from our Major Partner James Hardie, exploring practical strategies to achieve NATHERS 7-star compliance in residential design. This session will provide a comprehensive look at how passive design principles — including orientation, shading, insulation, and...
BDQ Sunshine Coast Branch Meeting Join us for the upcoming Sunshine Coast Branch Meeting, featuring a presentation from BDQ Major Partner James Hardie. Discover innovative solutions and design approaches that enhance performance, style, and compliance in modern building design. We’ll also open the floor for a discussion with our State Award winners (if available), as...
BDQ Brisbane Branch Meeting Join us for the upcoming Brisbane Branch Meeting as we turn the spotlight on the next generation of building designers. TAFE’s top building design students will present their standout assessment projects — offering an inspiring glimpse into the future of our industry. Following the showcase, enjoy an engaging Q&A session where...
BDQ Exclusive Event: Alspec Window Wisdom – Brisbane Join us for the upcoming Alspec Window Wisdom Brisbane event, taking place Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at The Build and Design Centre, 66 Merivale Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101. This special session is designed to share valuable insights with our design partners....
BDQ Gold Coast Branch Meeting Join us for the upcoming Gold Coast Branch Meeting, featuring industry updates, open discussions, and a design appreciation session where members can share and critique standout projects. BDQ Delegate Hamish Craig will provide insights on the proposed changes to the BDQ Rules of Association, followed by general business updates and...
BDQ FNQ Branch Meeting Join us for the upcoming FNQ Branch Meeting at the Bungalow Hotel, where Karl Morby from AWS will present on the latest products and explore how doors and windows impact energy efficiency.
BDQ Central Queensland Branch Meeting Join us at CocoBrew for our upcoming Central Queensland Branch Meeting, featuring industry updates, open discussion, and valuable insights from Delegate & President, Keith Turner. Although our scheduled guest speaker had to cancel at the last minute, we’ve reached out to a local certifier to provide an informative presentation for...
BDQ South West Branch Meeting Join us for the upcoming South West Branch Meeting, featuring a presentation from Lachlan Murdoch of James Hardie, who will share insights on the company’s environment, sustainability, and governance initiatives, along with an overview of their newly released Stria Cladding Fine Texture. The evening will begin with a meet and...
Back to Basics in Roof Design and Specification OverviewJoin us for an informative CPD session with Mark Letica from Lysaght, as we take a practical look at the fundamentals of roof design and specification. This session will unpack the key considerations for achieving compliant, durable, and high-performing roofing systems. Mark will guide participants through best...