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SUMMARY:BDQ Local Branch Event in Brisbane
DESCRIPTION:Brisbane Branch Meeting \nBDQ invites members to attend the upcoming Brisbane Branch Meeting\, featuring presentations from our Industry Partners AWS and BERA. \nKarl Morby from AWS will present AWS 2026 New Products\, highlighting the company’s continued commitment to innovation and product development. The session will explore high-performance\, energy-efficient framing solutions for both residential and commercial applications\, designed to meet current and future energy requirements. \nVictoria Walker and David Walker from BERA will present 7-Star Design in Practice: Lessons from Thousands of Real-World Assessments. This session will share practical insights and key learnings from extensive experience under the new energy efficiency requirements\, offering guidance on how designers can successfully integrate 7-star outcomes into their projects with minimal disruption. \nPeter Latemore\, BDQ’s resident Queenslander design expert\, together with Peta Charles\, Queenslander planning specialist\, will present an engaging session on the intricacies of the classic Queenslander vernacular building.  The session will explore how Queenslanders are structurally unique\, why these differences matter for designers\, and how to better approach renovation and design work on these iconic homes. Expect a lively\, interactive presentation filled with imagery\, practical insights\, and real‑world examples. \nPeta will also provide a brief update on upcoming Brisbane City Plan amendments that will affect Queenslander projects. \nThis is an essential session for emerging designers – and a valuable refresher for anyone working with Queenslander homes across Queensland and northern NSW. \nThe evening will also include a brief branch meeting and the opportunity to connect with fellow members and industry partners\, encouraging discussion\, knowledge sharing\, and professional networking within the Brisbane design community.
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-local-branch-event-in-brisbane-3/
LOCATION:Build and Design Centre\, 66 Merivale St.\, South Brisbane\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Branch Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cindy Lee":MAILTO:cindy.lee@stratco.com.au
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SUMMARY:BDQ Local Branch Event in Brisbane
DESCRIPTION:Brisbane Branch Meeting \nBDQ invites members to attend the upcoming Brisbane Branch Meeting\, featuring presentations by Resene and Allcast Precast. \nTorben Olsen from Resene will lead a discussion on current specification trends\, exploring what finishes are being specified\, common challenges in achieving desired outcomes\, and how Resene can better support architects\, designers and builders through stronger project partnerships. \nMike Cunningham will present Elevating Home Design with Allcast Precast Plunge Pools\, a BDQ-exclusive session highlighting the integration of precast concrete plunge pools into residential and hospitality projects. The presentation will cover design integration\, installation methodology and the value of predictable delivery\, with samples available to view. \nIn addition\, property photographer Jayden Paynter will present a short session on photography for BDA submissions\, covering how to brief a photographer\, capturing design intent and details\, drone considerations\, and media release requirements. An informal Q&A will follow for members seeking practical insights into documenting their work for awards. \nThe evening will also include a brief branch meeting and the opportunity to connect with fellow members and industry partners\, encouraging discussion\, knowledge sharing and professional networking within the Brisbane design community.
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-local-branch-event-in-brisbane-2/
LOCATION:Build and Design Centre\, 66 Merivale St.\, South Brisbane\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Branch Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cindy Lee":MAILTO:cindy.lee@stratco.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260312T163000
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SUMMARY:Industry Ready - In Person Event
DESCRIPTION:Session 2 – Building Design \nThe Industry Ready Series returns for its second session\, bringing together two building design professionals to share their experiences\, career journeys\, and practical insights with the next generation of industry talent. \nJoining us on Thursday 12th March are two presenters with very different paths through the industry – offering students a rare opportunity to hear both an established voice and a recent graduate perspective in the same afternoon. \nHaydn Ruysch\, Director at Michael and Ruysch Building Design\, brings over fifteen years of experience and a state award-winning portfolio to the room. Haydn’s passion for the craft and his genuine enthusiasm for mentoring the next generation make him a standout voice in the Queensland building design community. \nAlex White is a recent TAFE Southbank graduate now working as a building designer at Wink and Co. With a background in photography and a love for the design process\, Alex offers something uniquely valuable – the perspective of someone who has just navigated the same transition students are currently facing. \n 
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/industry-ready-in-person-event/
LOCATION:Build and Design Centre\, 66 Merivale St.\, South Brisbane\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260210T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260210T193000
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SUMMARY:BDQ Local Branch Event in Brisbane
DESCRIPTION:BDQ Brisbane Branch Meeting \nJoin us for the upcoming Brisbane Branch Meeting\, featuring presentations from Stratco and BA&A. Cindy Lee from Stratco will present Designing with Form\, Light and Shadow: Elevating Architectural Expression with Stratco Architectural Solutions\, highlighting Stratco’s NINELINE range\, new Laser 3D capabilities\, and ARView™—an augmented reality tool that brings patios and sheds to life in your backyard. For the Brisbane session\, Cindy will also touch on outdoor structures\, providing a natural segue into Michael Tyrrell’s Class 10 buildings and structures content. \nMichael Tyrrell from BA&A will cover key design considerations for Class 10 elements under the National Construction Code (NCC)\, including fire rating requirements\, sewer and storm water compliance under QDC MP1.4\, and siting rules for local authorities in South East Queensland. Branden Ross from Building Approvals and Advice will share practical insights from hundreds of real-world projects\, answering questions on patios\, carports\, sheds\, and other Class 10a buildings. \nThis is a great opportunity to connect with local designers\, explore innovative solutions\, and gain practical knowledge on both cutting-edge design tools and NCC compliance.
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-local-branch-event-in-brisbane/
LOCATION:Build and Design Centre\, 66 Merivale St.\, South Brisbane\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Branch Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Romeo Du Jr":MAILTO:admin@bdqld.com.au
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