Industry News
A dedicated China sourcing event
As DesignBUILD looks towards the future of Australia’s built environment with a renewed focus, the 34-year old brand has announced a significant change with the creation of a standalone event for Chinese exhibitors that will sit outside of DesignBUILD.
NATSPEC partners with DesignBUILD
A new initiative by NATSPEC and DesignBUILD Expo aims to increase the number of conforming building products in the Australian market by clarifying the product conformity requirements for over 200 product categories.
DesignBUILD reimagined for the future of the built environment
In recognition of the changing needs and challenges of the building industry, DesignBUILD 2020 will look towards the future of Australia’s built environment with a renewed focus.
Stay Relevant: How to Handle Rapid Digital Growth
Today’s technological trend is rapidly growing and at an increasing rate. It is transforming the building industry landscape with businesses consistently expanding their architectural and engineering capabilities.
Trending Lower: Australian Building Approvals Remain Low Despite a Slight Bounce in 2019
Building approvals are mandated for any future developments as they declare public safety, welfare, and environmental protection.
DesignBUILD 2019: How can architects and urban planners plan for a “big Australia”?
The possibilities associated with re-imagining the Greater Sydney metropolis were explored at DesignBUILD 2019, as experts in architecture and planning talked through how this vision will transform the city and region.
A HEAD FOR HEIGHTS
Sydney-based Structural Engineer, Angus McFarlane was the Structural Director on the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. Here he shares some of the challenges of working on the tallest human-made object ever built.
Bricks – a natural choice
Bricks are a classic choice for those building a new home or renovating an existing one. A sense of solidity, combined with timeless appeal, allow designers to create new forms, irrespective of colour or finish.
Wattyl announces their Colour Forecast, new BIM tool and highlights GECA certification at DesignBUILD 2019
At DesignBUILD 2019, an informative colour trends presentation took place at the Wattyl booth, where attendees not only got the chance to receive a complimentary color scanner, but also gather a better understanding of the latest trends in design, fashion and lifestyle.
DesignBUILD 2019 | Day three addresses naturalising cities and the use of technology in design and construction
Australia’s industry leaders in architecture, design and construction came together for the final day of DesignBUILD, with sessions focusing on generative design, naturalising cities and the future of construction.
