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    How the rising cases of building defects are putting first home buyers at risk

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    An industrial designer’s perspective on the top three sustainability initiatives for 2024

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    Senior Associates to drive Ashburner Francis’ Brisbane output

    Ashburner Francis, a mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and ESD engineering entity, has announced that long-time Brisbane team members Toby Murdoch and Lara Bailey will manage the company’s river city outpost as Senior Associates.


    AIQS cautiously optimistic heading into 2024

    The Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) has unveiled its 2024 construction forecast, at a time when the entire industry finds itself at a crossroads.


    Billbergia doing their bit for transport-oriented development

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    An incorrectly designed system will not be able to withstand the required loading or provide a stable and durable structure, thus posing a safety hazard to users – factors that can expose stakeholders to economic and regulatory risks.


    What’s trending in architectural ceiling design?

    Ceiling design is an exciting space where creativity meets functionality, transforming the often overlooked ‘fifth wall’ into a key element of the design.


    Bespoke SAS ceilings meet design, acoustics and services integration specs at Citrix Sydney HQ

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    How Artekk is revolutionising the stone industry

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    Australia is welcoming more migrants but they lack the skills to build more houses

    Australia has an acute shortage of housing. Renters across the country face steep rents rises and record-low vacancy rates.


    Episode 190: Dick Clarke & David Baggs on sustainable design, greenwashing and how to move forward on climate change

    As joint winners of the the Lifetime achievement awards at this year’s Sustainability Awards, Dick Clarke, founder of Envirotecture and David Baggs CEO, Technical Director & Co-founder of Global Greentag have both provided leadership within the profession and industry for over 40 years by engaging during most of this time in sustainability educational, advocacy and facilitation of professional outcomes and design excellence.


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