Supporting Australia’s Built Environment Community

Join DMN and connect with a national network of building designers, energy assessors, planners, engineers, and allied professionals. Share knowledge, collaborate on projects, and grow your influence within Australia’s built environment.

Collaborate with peers across design and construction industries
Access CPD events, site tours, and national awards programs
Unlock exclusive benefits from DMN partners and sponsors
Strengthen your professional credibility and visibility

Join Design Matters National

Full Membership

$47.50 per month

For professionals in design, planning, assessment, and construction, including Building Designers, Energy Efficiency Assessors, Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Designers, Engineers, Builders, and Town Planners.

Suitable for experienced professionals working independently or in senior roles, including business owners and sole practitioners.

✔ Assessor accreditation can be added (NatHERS, Whole of Home, Existing Homes)

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Individual Membership

$24.50 per month

For professionals working within a practice or independently.

Preferred by Energy Efficiency Assessors (EEAs), with accreditation and funding applied per individual.

✔ Required for Existing Homes Accreditation (EHA) applicants

✔ Assessor accreditation can be added (NatHERS, Whole of Home, Existing Homes)

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Graduate Membership

$12.00 per month

For recent graduates working in design or energy assessment who have completed a recognised qualification, including:

Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Advanced Diploma of Interior Design
CPP41119 Certificate IV in Home Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

Valid for up to three years from course completion.

✖ Assessor accreditation not available at Graduate level
Upgrade to Individual or Full Membership to apply

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Student Membership

Free

For students studying a recognised qualification in design or energy assessment, including:

Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Advanced Diploma of Interior Design
CPP41119 Certificate IV in Home Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

Valid for up to three years or until employment begins.

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Select your profession:

Select your profession

Building Designer

Energy Efficiency Assessor

Energy Efficiency Assessor

Builder

Member Benefits

Support: Access experienced mentors and industry experts for practical advice, problem-solving, and guidance when you need it.

Resources: Stay informed with up-to-date industry information through our forums, communications, and member updates.

Amplify: Contribute to advocacy efforts, government submissions, and industry conversations that shape the future of your profession.

Collaborate: Expand your network and knowledge through events, site tours, and opportunities to connect with industry professionals.

Member Benefits from Partners & Sponsors

Webber Insurance

Engagement Agreement: Available exclusively to DMN Full Members...

Officeworks

DMN members can access exclusive business pricing...

Building Tools™

DMN members receive 17% off Annual PRO Plans.

Clause:1 Town Planning

Specialised consultations on planning matters.

Home Base

Free use of facilities plus access to the “Meet the Designer” program.

Harris Carlson Lawyers

Commercial law firm focusing on Commercial Law, Property, Insolvency and Litigation

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Building Designer Membership

Building Designer membership is available for Building Practitioners working across drafting, building design, interior design, building services and architecture. We welcome sole practitioners, principals, directors, managers and senior employees within building design practices.

Full Membership includes the complete set of entitlements listed below. Other membership tiers offer tailored benefits appropriate to career stage and are outlined separately.

Membership Entitlements

Eligibility to attend and vote at all Annual and Special General Meetings
Your business listed on the DMN website Member Directory popular with consumers seeking professionals for their building projects
Entry into the Design Matters National Annual Building Design Awards competition
Use of the Design Matters National Member logo on drawings, plans, promotional and business materials
Access to competitively priced products and services offered through the DMN partner network and through our web shop
Discounted fees on registration across all in-person and online educational seminars including site tour experiences
Automatic subscription to the DMN daily Industry News Brief, and the highly regarded Intersect magazine
Option to join the Design Matters National Mentor Program focussing on the students and graduates of building design
Unlimited advertising on the DMN website to locate a new employee for your business or to promote your own expertise and experience
Access to the DMN member-only Facebook forum, a live community of industry experts who collaborate on a range of topics to help each other

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Energy Efficiency Assessor Membership

Join DMN as an Energy Efficiency Assessor (EEA) and connect with a national network of accredited professionals shaping sustainable housing in Australia.
Stay compliant, supported, and informed with technical guidance, industry updates, and professional development opportunities.

Membership & Accreditation

Professional membership and accreditation options are available:

$24.20/month – DMN Membership
$37/month – NatHERS New Homes Accreditation (optional)
Existing Homes Assessor Accreditation – currently fully funded for Individual members until further notice

New Member - Join as an Energy Efficiency Assessor Existing Members Apply for TPA Existing Members Apply for EHA

This ensures you remain compliant, supported, and recognised as an accredited professional within the NatHERS framework.

Membership Benefits

Listing in the DMN Member Directory used by consumers and industry
Entry into the Design Matters National Building Design Awards
Use of the DMN Member logo across your professional materials
Discounted access to CPD events, webinars, and site tours
Access to exclusive partner offers and industry discounts
Daily Industry News Brief and Intersect magazine
Unlimited job and business advertising on the DMN website
Access to the members-only Facebook community
Opportunities to participate in committees and industry initiatives
Option to join the DMN Mentor Program

Technical Support & Resources

Access to the DMN Technical FAQ Knowledge Base
Direct support via the Help Desk
Ongoing updates aligned with NatHERS Technical Note changes
Guidance to maintain compliance and assessment quality

Existing Homes Assessor Accreditation

Looking to expand your services? Design Matters National supports accreditation for Existing Homes (NatHERS) Assessments at no current cost, enabling you to assess and rate the performance of established residential buildings.

This pathway opens opportunities in retrofit projects, energy upgrades, and compliance assessments across Australia’s existing housing stock.

Learn more about Existing Homes Assessor Accreditation

New Member - Join as an Energy Efficiency Assessor Existing Members Apply for TPA Existing Members Apply for EHA

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Architect

Our Architects are supported by Design Matters National through networking opportunities, seminars and professional development. We offer site visits to explore the architectural landscape of local cities and partner with industry experts to provide relevant and innovative educational webinars.

Becoming a member of Design Matters National provides you with access to more than 2000 registered and qualified professionals across building design, interior design, landscape design, energy assessment and town planning.

Our members who are architects range from sole practitioners to larger practices.

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Builder

Design Matters National is a trade association for all industries that contribute to the Built Environment. The organisation has over 2000 registered and qualified members across the building design, interior design, landscape design, energy assessment and town planning industries.

We are excited to welcome Builders to our membership base and are committed to supporting the vital role they play in delivering high-quality construction outcomes. We develop programs tailored to Builders, including networking events, site visits, educational programs and seminars focused on practical, on-site application.

Our Builder network continues to grow, connecting you with trusted professionals and strengthening collaboration across the entire project lifecycle.

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Town Planner

Design Matters National brings together all professionals connected to the Built Environment. Our members who are Town Planners engage with fellow members from their local areas with shared interests to discuss experiences, challenges and job opportunities.

We are always working to expand opportunities for networking and professional development through our education, advocacy programs, online forums, industry awards events and campaigns.

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Engineer

We are proud to support Engineers within our membership and recognise their critical role in shaping safe, efficient and innovative built outcomes. We deliver targeted programs including technical seminars, industry updates, site visits and networking opportunities designed to keep Engineers at the forefront of industry change.

Our growing community of Engineers fosters collaboration across disciplines, helping to drive smarter, more integrated design and construction solutions.

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Landscape Designer

Design Matters National is a trade association for all industries that contribute to the Built Environment. The organisation has over 2000 registered and qualified members across the building design, interior design, landscape design, energy assessment and town planning industries.

We are excited to welcome Landscape Designers to our membership base and work hard to develop programs designed specifically for this profession including networking events, site visits, educational programs and seminars.

Our directory of Landscape Designers is continuously increasing to help you find the right professional for your job.

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Interior Designer

Our Interior Designer member base is continuing to grow and consists of an incredible group of professionals that specialise in spatial planning, drawing initial floor plans right through to creating final decorative layouts.
They work closely with Registered Building Designers and Architects to achieve the desired look for their clients across residential, offices, hotels and any other interior spaces.

We provide ongoing trade webinars and seminars, manufacturing site visits and many opportunities to network with other professionals within the Built Design industry.

Our team works closely with government to support and advocate for Interior Design to ensure the industry remains respected, fair and regulated.
We also work closely with educational institutions and provide students of Interior Design membership at no cost.

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Recognised Members

Fellow

A Member that has provided significant service to the Association and/or to the industry may be nominated to become a Fellow of the Organisation. The annual fee paid by Fellows is equivalent to the Full Member fee.

Life Member

A Fellow of Design Matters National may be considered as a Life Member if he or she has held continuous membership of Design Matters National for at least fifteen years and has made a significant contribution to the Association and/or to the advancement of the building design profession. The annual fee paid by Life Members is equivalent to the Full Member fee.

Honorary Members

A person who has made a significant contribution to the Association and/or to the advancement of the profession of building design, may be admitted as an Honorary Member at the invitation of the Association. There is no annual fee payable by Honorary Members.

Retired Member

A Retired Member has reached the age of retirement and ceased to work in a design practice by relinquishing their registration with the Building Practitioners Board. The annual fee paid by Retired Members is equivalent to one-tenth of the Full Member fee.