Introduction to Biophilic Design

Introduction to Biophilic Design explores how nature-integrated spaces enhance wellbeing, attention, and performance across residential, commercial, and hospitality projects. Learn the science behind sensory design, avoid greenwashing, and apply practical frameworks that meet NCSE competencies—ideal for architects seeking evidence-based tools to future-proof their practice and client outcomes.
-Cocoplum
Safety in Design

Build effective Safety in Design (SiD) capability. Receive practical tips on SiD legal duties and roles, risk management, change verifications, and communicating residual risk for downstream. Win work with a competitive edge.
—User Experience (UX)
—Brand & reputation
—Legal compliance
—Harm reduction
—Costs savings
-FEFO Consulting
Facades of the Future: Looking Beyond Compliance, Prioritising Best Practices and Sustainable Design

In this CPD presentation, we look at the state of the façade market – where we have come from and where we are today. We explore Australian and global fire testing methods, their role in evaluating façade designs and systems, and discuss how looking beyond compliance is critical when designing safe buildings and futureproofing your specifications. With the increase of extreme weather conditions and climate change, we also investigate weatherability performance testing methods for common weather events such as hailstorms and severe wind.
-Network Architectural
Designing Ceiling Systems for Infrastructure Projects – the importance of a design-led approach

Specifying ceiling systems for infrastructure projects is complex and specialised. This CPD guides you through delivering large-scale projects, with case studies in transport, education, and sports. Explore the capabilities and limitations of modern metal ceiling systems and learn why a design-led approach is critical to achieving architectural intent.
-Network Architectural
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
The Link Between Building Facades and Sustainability

EQUITONE invites architects, designers, and building professionals to join our latest CPD presentation on sustainability in the building industry. This comprehensive session is designed to provide you with the knowledge and insights necessary to integrate sustainable practices and materials into your projects.
-Equitone
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
Specifying the Complete Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) & Plasterboard System

Covers the use of Cross laminated timber products in lightweight building code-compliant Wall and Floor/Ceiling systems for multi-residential buildings and other building segments. CLT is an engineered wood product that consists of multiple layers of timber planks stacked in alternating directions and bonded together with structural adhesives. Prefabricated, lightweight and harvested from sustainably managed forests, CLT walls enable fast construction with strength, stability and durability.
-Knauf
Condensation & Moisture Management within Rainscreen Systems

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the principles of condensation and its impact on building design, focusing on climate zones, rainscreen systems, wall construction and compliance.
-Fairview