Dynamic times ahead as work ramps up on the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf development in Brisbane, with 2,000 construction workers expected to be involved by 2021.
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The Dangers of Silica Dust, What you Should Know
One of the major health hazards on many construction sites is the one you often cannot see—crystalline silica dust. The extremely fine particles are released when granites, sand, bricks, cement, and other materials release dust … about The Dangers of Silica Dust, What you Should Know
What’s Being Done About the Building Sector’s ‘Crisis of Confidence’
Through a collaboration between New South Wales and Queensland, the BMF will soon be developing and releasing an options paper for consultation with stakeholders. The paper will outline a pathway for professional standards schemes and … about What’s Being Done About the Building Sector’s ‘Crisis of Confidence’
Designing Buildings for Wellness
Whether inside or outdoors, our surroundings can have a profound impact not just on our mood, but our overall well-being. People seek peaceful respite in nature to re-energize and refresh their spirits, partly as a … about Designing Buildings for Wellness
Labour Shortage Impacted by Lack of Construction Trade Teachers
We're all aware of the labour shortage in the construction industry, partly due to the ageing workforce. However, we should also have in mind another important area impacted by the shift in population—the teachers who … about Labour Shortage Impacted by Lack of Construction Trade Teachers
Top Ways to Boost Project Collaboration
As construction projects become more complex, effective collaboration is increasingly becoming a key factor in completing projects on time and on budget while delivering a quality product to the client. Good collaboration leads to many … about Top Ways to Boost Project Collaboration
Making Aged-Care Facilities New Again With Construction Technology
Creating a built environment that meets the needs of our elderly residents is one of the most significant challenges the building and design industries face today. While the internal fitout and interior design play an … about Making Aged-Care Facilities New Again With Construction Technology
San Francisco—Built on a Dream
Today, 'Frisco is making use of its limited peninsular footprint by building up, up, up. While some locals fondly recall the lower, more approachable city skyline of yesteryear, today the city is bristling with neck-craning … about San Francisco—Built on a Dream
Cannabis Legalization in Canada: What it Means for the Industry
With the legalization of cannabis growth, sales, and consumption—is it possible those who provide the infrastructure for marijuana cultivation and sales will do better than the growers and retailers? There’s definitely a frenzy, with newly … about Cannabis Legalization in Canada: What it Means for the Industry
Cross-Laminated Timber is Transforming How we Build
In recent years, architecture was defined by steel and glass. Moving forward to today, we are seeing timber not only making a comeback but pushing the limits with new advances in technology, innovation and daring … about Cross-Laminated Timber is Transforming How we Build
