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BDQ is the peak body representing building design industry professionals in Queensland. BDQ - A Family by Design...

We believe that the building design industry is fundamental in shaping Queensland’s built environment.

07/09/2026

The premium is the easy bit. It's everything else in the fine print that gets you. 👀

Webber Insurance is joining us to unpack the hidden costs of Professional Indemnity Insurance: excess arrangements, run off obligations, claims history and the exclusions nobody reads until they need to.

📅 Wed 23 September, 11:30am to 12:30pm AEST
💻 Zoom
✅ 1 CPD Point (Type A)
🎥 Register even if you can't attend live and we'll send the recording

Free for members. Bring your renewal questions.

Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5017884829203/WN_F9XPu4SXSGmDRvjhRDbtfQ #/registration

07/09/2026

STOP MEASURING. START CAPTURING.

What if one walk-through could capture an entire space and give you the ability to revisit, navigate and measure it from your desk?

That’s the idea behind Gaussian Splatting, as demonstrated by Scan Built 3D.

Rather than relying solely on traditional site measurements, a captured space becomes an interactive digital environment that can be explored from multiple viewpoints, helping designers better understand existing conditions without constantly needing to return to site.

For Building Designers working with existing buildings, renovations, extensions and complex spaces, it’s an exciting development in reality capture technology.

One walk-through. Navigate. Measure. Capture.

Watch the video to see Gaussian Splatting in action.

05/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads in our Building Design community! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating the dads who juggle client meetings and school drop-offs, who sketch floor plans by day and build blanket forts by night. Whether you’re a Building Designer running your own practice, part of a design team, or one of the many dads supporting our members behind the scenes - we see you, and we appreciate you.

To the dads who taught the next generation of Building Designers the ropes, and to those just starting out balancing a growing family with a growing career - today is for you.

Wishing you a day filled with good food, great company, and (hopefully) a break from the drafting table. 🛠️❤️

👉 Tag a Building Designer dad in the comments and give him a shout-out today!

From all of us at Building Design Queensland - Happy Father’s Day! 💙

04/09/2026

Five days. That's it. 🏆

Voting for the 2026 People's Choice Award closes Wednesday 9 September. One vote, one favourite — and the entry that captures Queensland's heart takes the title.

Have a look through this year's field and back the design you'd want to come home to. Click here to vote → https://bdq.awardsplatform.com/entry/vote/PpGLAmwg

03/09/2026

Alfresco Living Redefined ☀️

Big shoutout to our partner, Stratco! Their Pavilion Allure louvre roof patio is a game changer for all-season outdoor living, with remote-controlled louvres and a flat, seamless ceiling when closed.

Block out the summer heat or let in the winter warmth, you're in complete control. Deep side channels and a built-in rain sensor mean market-leading weather protection, so you can enjoy your outdoor space whatever the forecast throws at you.

A single unit covers up to 24m², perfect for homes, restaurants, hotels and apartment blocks alike. 👏

Learn More: https://www.stratco.com.au/products/pavilion-patios/

03/09/2026

And the Winner Is... 🏆

The moment you've been waiting for! We're excited to reveal the winner of a night's accommodation with breakfast for two at Voco Brisbane City Centre for the night of our awards, drawn from all our early bird ticket bookings for the Queensland Design Awards.

Curious who took home the prize? 👀 Hit play and find out! 🎥

Congratulations to our lucky winner, please reach out to Tamara at [email protected] directly to claim your prize!

Thank you to everyone who booked their early bird tickets and went into the draw. We can't wait to celebrate with you all at the Queensland Design Awards State Gala Night on Saturday 24 October!

02/09/2026

⏰ 1 Week Left to Vote: People's Choice Award!

The clock is ticking! You've got just 1 week left to cast your votes for the 2026 People's Choice Award.

Which entries caught your eye this year? Whether it's a bold statement piece, a clever use of space, or a design you simply can't stop thinking about, this is your chance to give it the recognition it deserves.

Head over to this year's entries and cast your votes 🗳️ Each member gets 5 votes to use, with a max of 1 vote per entry, so choose wisely and spread the love.

If you're entered yourself, rally the troops! Share your project link and get your clients, colleagues, friends and family behind your work. 📣

Vote Here: https://bdq.awardsplatform.com/entry/vote/PpGLAmwg

Voting closes 9th September, don't miss your chance to have your say!

01/09/2026

Thanking Our Outgoing Executives 🙏

Every organisation is built on the people who give their time to lead it. This week we want to recognise two members of our Executive Committee whose roles are changing.

Margaret Ewings - Former Secretary & President.
Margaret served BDQ as Secretary before stepping into the role of President. Health reasons led her to step back from the position earlier this year, and she's since resigned. Margaret remains an active volunteer, continuing as Chair of the Technical Sub Committee and a member of the Advocacy Sub Committee.

Patrick Quain - Secretary.
Patrick stepped into the role of Secretary in 2024, helping keep the Association on track with schedules, meetings and the day-to-day running of the Executive and Management Committee. Through his role on the TAFE Queensland faculty, Patrick has also been heavily involved in our student membership. He'll conclude his time as Secretary at the end of 2026.

Leadership within an association like ours relies on people willing to put their hand up. Thank you, Margaret and Patrick, for your time on the Executive and Management Committee. 👏

29/08/2026

✨ It’s more than an awards night… it’s a night to celebrate, connect and have some fun! ✨

Join us on Saturday 24 October at Voco Brisbane City Centre for a fantastic night celebrating the people, projects and achievements shaping Queensland’s Building Design industry.

We’ve got a great night lined up, including:

🎤 Keynote Speaker – Angelo Lambrinos, CEO & Commissioner of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC)

😂 A comedian to keep the laughs coming

🏆 The 2026 Building Design Queensland Awards - recognising some of the incredible talent and projects across our industry

📸 Photo Booth - because every good awards night needs some questionable photos!

💃 Dancing - once the awards are done, it’s time to let your hair down

🥂 Great food, drinks, plenty of opportunities to catch up with industry colleagues and, most importantly, a chance to celebrate everything that makes our industry so great.

Whether you’re a designer, partner, builder, supplier, consultant or simply part of the Queensland Building and Design community, come along, dress up and make a night of it!

📅 Saturday 24 October 2026
📍 Voco Brisbane City Centre

Early Bird tickets are only available until tomorrow, so now is the time to get your ticket and get the date in the diary.

🎟️ Secure your ticket now - we’d love to see you there! https://events.humanitix.com/2026-queensland-design-awards/tickets

29/08/2026

Shining a Light on our Far North Queensland Volunteers!

This week we're heading up to Far North Queensland to celebrate three people who keep showing up for Building Design in the region, no matter what - bringing decades of experience, generosity and genuine heart to everything they do.

Lisa Mackee - Delegate, Far North Queensland.
Owner and Principal of Abode Building Design. The Queen of FNQ! Lisa brings energy, enthusiasm and a genuine commitment to keeping the region connected and involved in everything BDQ is doing.

Tony Lawson - Founder and Principal, Lawson Design.
Designing in FNQ since 1992, Tony knows a thing or two about Building Design in the tropics. A great Building Designer, a great contributor, and a great FNQ bloke through and through.

Neil Jones - Long-time Contributor, Far North Queensland.
With more than 30 years in the industry, Neil has held numerous roles within BDQ over the years, giving his time and experience back to the profession time and time again.

Far North Queensland isn't always an easy region to grow a community in, but people like Lisa, Tony and Neil are exactly why it keeps moving forward. Thank you for everything you do. 🙌

Know them? Reach out and say thanks. Don't know them yet? You should!

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