by Archi-QS | May 24, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
On 18 December 2017, the NSW Government introduced the Building Products (Safety) Act 2017 (the BPS Act) as part of its 10-point plan for fire safety in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. The BPS Act enables enhanced powers to monitor and restrict the...
by Archi-QS | May 24, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
Designed and built for his own family, Architect Clinton Cole, kindly opened his home, Jungle House, for us to marvel in this excellent example of how sustainable architecture can become a reality within the suburbs of Sydney. Jungle house is a three storey plus green...
by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
We have the pleasure to announce that Archi-QS’ Nominated Architect, Sarah Bozionelos, has contributed an article to the Architecture Bulletin Vol. 77 No. 2 / December 2020. In this Construction Issue, Sarah shares her thoughts on why quality projects are...
by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
The devastating Grenfell Tower fire in London in June 2017 is one of the most horrifying examples of how flammable cladding can be. In Australia, it sparked the discussion for government intervention for a nationwide replacement of combustible cladding. More recently,...
by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
The Residential Apartment Buildings (Compliance and Enforcement Powers) Act 2020 (NSW) (The Act) is a response to the need for overall quality improvement of construction work across NSW, and will ensure the safety of those entering the property market. The...
by Archi-QS | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Quantity Surveying, Updates, Insights & Thoughts
Client Choice Award Winners: Last year we, Archi-QS, signed up to take part in the Client Choice Awards 2020. The results are in, and it is our absolute pleasure to announce that we have been named as Best Quantity Surveying Firm (<30m revenue), and are now in the...
