Essential Guide for Designing Commercial Kitchens & Bars

This course will provide architects with the tools to design commercial kitchens and bars that meet industry standards and evolving demands. Covering Australian standards, planning, design principles, sustainability practices, equipment selection, current trends, and best practices. Participants will learn to create functional, safe, and adaptable kitchen designs.
-Caterlink
Innovative PVC Woven Flooring Design

Learn how woven vinyl flooring enhances durability, aesthetics, and sustainability in commercial projects. Explore fire compliance (AS ISO 9239.1-2003), 3D design tools, and material benefits like slip resistance and acoustic performance. Gain CPD points while optimizing flooring solutions for functionality, longevity, and design versatility.
-Dickson
Architectural Acoustics: Speech Intelligibility and Speech Privacy

Master speech intelligibility, speech privacy, and related NCC/Green Star requirements. We present practical solutions and case studies highlighting successful projects in various environments: stadiums, schools, aquatic centres, community hubs, healthcare, airports, train stations, and so on. Discover the latest patented soundproofing innovations and systems.
-Megasorber
Designing For Comfort and Sustainability: The Role of Natural Ventilation in Modern Architecture

This course explores indoor air quality standards, factors impacting air quality, and the role of elevated airspeed in enhancing thermal comfort, ventilation, and energy efficiency. Participants will gain insights into optimising natural ventilation for sustainable and comfortable architectural designs.
-Big Ass Fans
Designing interior wall and ceiling linings for high humidity and aquatic areas

This CPD delves into the critical role of interior wall and ceiling linings in high humidity and aquatic environments. By understanding the potential health risks associated with condensation and mould growth, we explore the importance of adhering to Australian standards for humidity design.
-Knauf
Maximising Building Performance: The Essential Role of Insulation in IEQ: Introduction to Insulation

This course provides architects with fundamental knowledge about the critical relationship between Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) and insulation. It explores how insulation influences and enhances IEQ, focusing on the essential factors that contribute to creating healthier indoor environments. Participants will gain insights into the key aspects of insulation, including different categories, relevant standards, and applications, as well as other relevant building performance benefits. This CPD session equips architects with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions when specifying insulation, ensuring optimal design outcomes for occupant wellbeing and comfort.
-Fletcher Insulation
Reducing Operational Carbon – Using window and door specification to build for efficiency

In this course, architects will learn about innovations in windows and doors systems in order to design, build, and construct homes that meet the new 7-star energy-efficiency provisions. The course will cover vital elements such as climate zones, U Values ad solar heat gain coefficients, enabling architects to specify the right windows and doors to maximise natural light and the views.
-AWS
Design Considerations for Education Ceilings

This course provides a thorough understanding of the unique requirements and considerations necessary for ceiling systems in educational institutions. It covers the vital components of designing, choosing, and installing ceiling systems that address the specific needs of educational settings, ensuring they contribute to a conducive learning atmosphere and adhere to educational facility standards.
-Armstrong Ceilings
Design Considerations for Healthcare Ceilings

This course offers comprehensive insights into the specific requirements and considerations for ceiling systems in healthcare buildings. It delves into the critical aspects of designing, selecting, and implementing ceiling systems that meet the unique demands of healthcare environments.
-Armstrong Ceilings
Introduction to Interior Acoustics

This course equips architects with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to incorporate effective acoustic design principles into their projects. By prioritizing acoustic considerations from the early stages of design, architects can create buildings that not only delight the senses but also promote comfort, productivity, and well-being for occupants.
-Armstrong Ceilings