Architect Networking Events 2024
FEBRUARY
Flat Roofs and Condensation
Flat roofs offer significant advantages for building longevity and occupant health, however proper design and construction are essential for them to work effectively.
Presenter: Daniel Jakobs, ProClima
MARCH
Spontaneous Cities Keynote
An urban renaissance is underway. A new era in urban design is being redefined by connection and collaboration, creativity and the spontaneity of an environment designed for mobility.
Presenter: Melissa Neighbour, Sky Planning
APRIL
Plugged In, But Not Prepared?
Electric vehicles and the Building Code conundrum. As the popularity of EV’s rises, architects have a responsibility to design and specify fit for use and future.
Presenter: Richard Choy, Natspec
MAY
Death by Contract
Tired of contracts that turn client dreams into disputes? What are the hidden pitfalls that can strangle and derail projects?
Presenters: Peter Sarlos and Jock Hamilton
JUNE
The Future of Building – The Evolution of High-Performance Buildings
Discussion about what a high performance building is and how it is different to a certified Passive House. An exploration of the fundamentals of passive house with case studies.
Presenter: Kylie Mills
JULY
AI with Planning and Architecture
How AI can be leveraged to enhance the planning system and increase efficiencies for small practices.
Presenter: Eli Gescheit, Navon Planning
AUGUST
Professional Oblivion?
This presentation explored what identifies us as professionals, what challenges we face and what opportunities we have to better navigate a sustainable way forward in order to retain our relevance in our ever-changing times.
Presenter: Tony Kemeny
SEPTEMBER
Handprints of Good Design
Handprints of Good Design is a framework designed to encourage conversations that can help us and the teams we work with challenge the possible directions we pursue and explore what good looks, feels and can be like.
Presenter: Caroline Pidcock
OCTOBER
Waterproofing in Bathroom Design and Workshop
Critical issues to be considered in the design of bathrooms in residential buildings.
Presenter: Paul Ratcliff
NOVEMBER
A Symposium by Peter Stutchbury
A conversation about changing social values and how that directs architecture – questioning the path of thinking and the role and responsibility of the architect. Selection of works by the PSA foundation to current indigenous projects will be discussed and presented.
Presenter: Peter Stutchbury
