22 APR Online 11:00 AM 1 day/s till Registration closes Avoiding Condensation and related consequences in Buildings Avoiding Condensation and related consequences in Buildings - Understand physics behind condensation forming in buildings, calculations and planning for condensation free interiors and more! |
29 APR GoToWebinar 1:00 PM Registrations Closing Soon! Defining and expanding “users” of public buildings Clearly articulating who is using a building—and how—can help in programming and schematic design. While it is common to think of users in aggregate as people who come into the building, objects, the city, and even the larger environment can be considered users of buildings. In this presentation, I draw on my research on museums to articulate seven user types to consider in design. |
6 MAY UNIOS 37 Bloom Street Gnangara, Perth 10:00 AM Hurry! Limited Places Remaining Women in Design: Morning Tea and Networking We are shining the light on women in design at UNIOS. Enjoy a private tour of their new showroom and meet Design Matters National CEO Peta Anderson, while enjoying a special High Tea among female peers. |
12 MAY Online - Zoom 12:30 PM Registrations Closing Soon! May: TPA Chit-Chat Come join the May TPA Chit Chat with interactive discussion and networking with breakoutrooms |
The Evolution of Glazing Performance NCC and its demands on glazing, How glass can help (SG to DGU, Clear to Tint to LowE), How frames can help (AWS std frames vs ThermalHeart & ComfortEDGE) and more. |
June: TPA Chit-Chat Come join the June TPA Chit Chat with interactive discussion and networking with breakoutrooms |
10 JUN 28 Westralia Street, Stuart Park NTWA 0820 4:00 PM Sidney Williams Hut Tour and Networking At our first NT in person event we are excited to offer members a private tour of the Sidney Williams Hut by architect Jo Rees followed by networking and drinks.
Sidney Williams Hut in Stuart Park, known as Hut 37, was awarded BlueScope’s Australian Lysaght 2019 Heritage and Restoration Award for its remarkable makeover. Architect Jo Rees will take DMN members on a private tour of the former military accommodation first built in 1940.
Also meet DMN CEO Peta Anderson and State Manager Hayley Sims. |
Online: Contract Administration Workshop Assist building designers to develop the knowledge and skills to: Manage and administer standard form building contracts. Develop administrative and reporting system to manage a building contract on behalf of a client. Enable participants to confidently offer Contract Administration as another service within their practice. |
Can VURB for residential buildings ever be a good thing? VURB (Verification using a Reference Building Method) is a Performance Solution (Verification Method – V2.6.2.2) within the National Construction Code 2019. Introduced to provide flexibility against meeting the Performance Requirements of P 2.6.1 (except NSW), it has become synonymous as a ‘loophole’, allowing builders to avoid complying with the six-star NatHERS minimum requirement. |
NSW Desert Rose House & SBRC Tour NSW Desert Rose House & SBRC Tour - Join us in this FREE sustainable building design immersive experience in New South Wales, Wollongong. |
Online: Pre-Registration Course Workshop This course is aimed at those building designers who plan to seek registration with the Victorian Building Authority either now or in the near future. |
Online: HERO Introductory Workshop HERO Software - Introductory Workshop – Join subject matter expert Matthew Graham and HERO developer Nick Bishop in an intensive workshop tailored for those using or considering using HERO. This interactive session provides technical guidance and capability in proficient use of this software. Must have completed HERO Training. |
6 JUL The White Room Base 55 Salvado Rd Subiaco, Perth 12:00 PM Air movement for energy efficient comfort Join for a free learn and lunch with Big Ass Fans. Learning Outcomes Identify the standard for thermal comfort compliance Name the 6 factors that affect thermal comfort Understand the use of elevated air speed to improve thermal comfort, air distribution, and energy efficiency in conditioned spaces. Describe the design benefits of minimising ductwork, lowering HVAC first costs, and improving ventilation rates. Explain stratification and the energy saving potential of destratifying a large open space. |
July: TPA Chit-Chat Come join the JulyTPA Chit Chat with interactive discussion and networking with breakoutrooms |
22 JUL Home Base Function Room Salvado Rd Subiaco, Perth 4:00 PM The Pin Up & Networking Event The PIN UP is BACK. DMN Style. The Pin-Up. The most feared element of all the design and architecture courses, but it is also a way to open one’s mind to healthy critique, different ideas and a whole range of new experiences. Two members will present a design / design challenge they’re wrestling with, the group ask questions and discuss. Pin-Ups are a great way to gather new solutions to tricky problems and have a laugh at the same time. |
Melbourne Networking FREE Melbourne Networking - Join us at Stiebel Eltron's Melbourne Showroom for networking and hear from an industry leader in Hydronic heating heating space presenting on on radiators and floor heating etc. Learn all about hydronic heat pumps from Stiebel Eltron and enjoy food and drinks afterwards for networking. |