by Archi QS | Mar 31, 2025 | All Posts, Council Cost Reports, Strata Services
Staying ahead of regulatory changes is crucial to ensuring the smooth progress of projects. One of the latest changes developers need to be aware of is the shift from Capital Investment Value (CIV) to Estimated Development Cost (EDC) for council cost reports which...
by Archi-QS | Mar 27, 2025 | All Posts, Strata Services
Shared facilities in complex developments can often become a source of confusion and potential conflict. When the location and allocation for these spaces are unclear, several problems can arise: Facilities may be inadequately maintained or completely overlooked...
by Archi-QS | Mar 24, 2025 | All Posts
As urban developments continue to grow in size and complexity, effective management of shared spaces within buildings becomes key. Building Management Committees (BMCs) have emerged as a popular solution for modern multi-use developments, overseeing shared facilities...
by Archi-QS | Jan 30, 2025 | All Posts, Strata Services
In strata-building management committees, shared facilities are the backbone of communal living. These common areas such as shared parking, pedestrian accessways or plant rooms, require clear and structured management to prevent disputes between lot owners and ensure...
by Archi-QS | Jan 17, 2025 | All Posts, Architecture, Council Cost Reports, Insurance Valuations, Quantity Surveying, Strata Building Bond and Inspection Scheme, Strata Services, Tax Depreciation
As we usher in the new year, we at Archi-QS are thrilled to step into another year of innovation, collaboration and excellence. This milestone offers us the perfect opportunity to reintroduce ourselves, reflect on our journey, and look forward to the year ahead as...
by Archi-QS | Jun 12, 2024 | All Posts, Project Management, Quantity Surveying
Embodied carbon accounted for 16% of the whole-of-life carbon footprint of Australia’s buildings in 2019. To address and reduce this impact, the NSW Government introduced the Embodied Emissions Material Statement. This requirement is part of a comprehensive...
