09.03.2022 | Great Expectations

A conversation about cost escalation with QS Matt Saunderson hosted by Brent Dunn and Sarah Aldridge

06.04.2022 | Great Expectations II

Listen in to our conversation about managing current cost escalation with architect Andrew Nimmo hosted by Brent Dunn and Sarah Aldridge.

20.07.2022 | CLT 1

Have you thought about using CLT on a project? In this In Practice session, hear from an architect who is going through the process for the first time, and who will share some of the learnings from the experience so far. We will be discussing the design process, documentation, payment schedule, contact structure and many other aspects of the process that you would want to be aware of if using this technology.

10.08.2022 | Contract Administration

Listen to Michael Clarke discuss ‘Current trends in construction contract administration’, following on from our ‘Great Expectations’ series.

24.08.2022 | Documentation Coordination

Alex Chistiakoff presents on ‘Documentation coordination - the challenges and best practice tips’

20.03.2023 | Energy Performance Session 01 - Dave Howard of Partners Energy

‘Are you ready for this?’ - Listen to Dave Howard and Michael May from Partners Energy outline the energy performance changes to the NCC coming into force in October 2023 and their likely impact.

03.05.2023 | Energy Performance Session 02 - Matthew Graham of Graham Energy

‘Changes in NatHERS assessments’ - Attendees brought their questions about all things energy performance or assessment related to be answered by Matthew Graham of Graham Energy.

Further resources on this topic are available here.

17.05.2023 | Energy Performance Session 03 -  Andrew Latimer of Application Solutions

‘Straight from the horse's mouth’ - Andrew Latimer, Managing Director of Application Solutions discusses the thinking behind the policy changes'. 

31.05.2023 | Copyright, Commissioning & Publishing Architectural Photography with Ben Guthrie

Ben Guthrie of Image Makers Association Australia discusses best practice agreements between architects and photographers.

14.06.2023 | Your Professional Indemnity Insurance & You - Chris Bresler and Kerry Ioulianou - Lander & Rogers

Chris Bresler & Kerry Ioulianou discuss what PI insurance is, what is generally covered and what’s not, and what enhancements should be sought to present products in the market to better suit the architect’s profession.

28.06.2023 | NSW Security of Payment Legislation and Architectural Services – John Goggins – Integrated Engineering Systems

This presentation will summarised fundamental statutory payment entitlements and obligations of those providing architectural (and related) services within the NSW building (including residential) and construction industry.

12.07.2023 | IP and Architecture with Marina Olsen and Dougal Phillips of Banki Haddock Fiora

Marina Olsen and Dougal Phillips of Banki Haddock Fiora discussed copyright and intellectual property law as they relate to architectural design practice, delving into best practice approach.

02.11.2023 | Procurement from small/medium practice based perspective - Chris Bresler & Kerry Ioulianou - Lander & Rogers

Architects play a pivotal role in construction projects, but the landscape is riddled with potential risks. This seminar explores the layers of cover offered by your Professional Indemnity Insurance, while also highlighting the crucial contractual considerations that every vigilant architect should have on their radar.

07.02.2024 | Trent Jansen discusses Ngumu Janka Warnti (all made from rubbish), a collaborative project with Nyikina man Johnny Nargoodah 

Trent Jansen speaks about his collaborative project with Johnny Nargoodah.

21.02.2024 | MiCRO online lead up event | experiencing regional practice with Cameron Anderson and Sarah Aldridge

Leading up to the MiCRO event in Mudgee, This session expands further on the rather large subject of all things MiCRO, unpacking small scale regional practice with concentration on a hybrid / remote working model.

06.03.2024 | MiCRO online lead up event | modular & tiny homes - the successes & challenges | Jackson Dannock of Made by Bare with Brent Dunn of TAKT Studio for Architecture

This is the second of  two related online events in the lead up to MiCRO in Mudgee, expanding further on the rather large subject of all things MiCRO. This second session unpacks the trials and triumphs of modular building and tiny homes based on the extensive experience of Jackson Dannock of Made by Bare and Brent Dunn of TAKT Studio for Architecture.

29.05.2024 | Wandering with Intent | Bobbie Bayley & Owen Kelly

Babby Bayley speaks about setting off to find Australia’s architecture with Owen Kelly on pushbikes in 2017, filling gaps in their knowledge through full immersion. Holes in knowledge have been launching pads for inquiry…and it is just starting to get real spicy after their move to Mparntwe, central Australia in 2023.

26.06.2024 | Image Making with AI | Tom Blachford

Photographic image maker Tom Blachford shares his journey into text-to-image ai from the beginning and presents some of his own series created with the technology.

10.07.2024 | Architectural Marketing; a Trial and Error Approach - Mick Moloney of Moloney Architects

Drawing on his own experiences, Mick Moloney of Ballarat based practice Moloney Architects will delve into his adventures in architectural marketing, revealing both victories and failures.

24.07.2024 | Beaumaris Modern with Fiona Austin & Wilko Doehring

Beaumaris Modern founder and interior designer Fiona Austin and committee member and architect Wilko Doehring outline the history of Beaumaris and why the suburb was ripe for post war development.

07.08.2024 | Adobe Creative Suite - Shortcuts and Specifics for Small Practice Presentation with Marcus Piper

In this demonstrative presentation Marcus Piper shared his screen and wealth of experience using Adobe Creative Suite to provide small practices and in-house design teams with a broad, but in-depth understanding of producing print and screen ready promotional documents efficiently and to industry standard.

04.09.2024 | Building with Rammed Earth - Justin Penney

In this session, Mudgee based builder Justin Penney discussed what rammed earth is, his history using it and covered some practical considerations and limitations to those looking at specifying it.

02.10.2024 | Facilitating Sustainable Pro-Bono Work - Building Communities, Building Futures | Mike Sneyd

At EKD Architects, we believe architecture is more than just buildings - it's about empowering communities and creating lasting impact. In this insightful session, Mike dived into how architects can play a pivotal role in community-led projects across rural Australia, while also addressing key challenges like obtaining funding, recovering costs and avoiding white elephants.

16.10.2024 | ACA and the Time Cost Calculator Guide | Paul Viney

Participation in this event will give the attendees a better understanding of the range of factors to consider in forming fee proposals, tools and information to aid client fee negotiations and benchmarking practice overheads.

13.11.2024 | RAA In Practice | Designing with Country: A Case Study of the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape | Bianca Scaife

Bianca Scaife presents CSA’s Budj Bim Cultural Landscape project as an example of ‘best practice’ in designing with Country.