by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
We have the pleasure to announce that Archi-QS’ Nominated Architect, Sarah Bozionelos, has contributed an article to the Architecture Bulletin Vol. 77 No. 2 / December 2020. In this Construction Issue, Sarah shares her thoughts on why quality projects are...
by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
The devastating Grenfell Tower fire in London in June 2017 is one of the most horrifying examples of how flammable cladding can be. In Australia, it sparked the discussion for government intervention for a nationwide replacement of combustible cladding. More recently,...
by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying
Concrete is the most used building material in modern-day. According to Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (2020), 70% of the world’s population lives in a structure that contains concrete. As durable as it may seem, concrete can be prone to concrete cancer, a...
by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture
With the news of what will soon be the world’s tallest hybrid timber tower occupying the Sydney skyline (ArchitectureAU Editorial, 2020), and the countless articles online about the return of wood in architecture, we can’t help but to dig deeper into the different...
by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture
Placemaking refers to the planning, design, and management of public spaces. By using assets found within the local community, potential and inspiration, the approach promotes people’s well-being. Cristina Kelly and Vedran Dzebic of experimental design studio Entro...
by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
The Residential Apartment Buildings (Compliance and Enforcement Powers) Act 2020 (NSW) (The Act) is a response to the need for overall quality improvement of construction work across NSW, and will ensure the safety of those entering the property market. The...