Insights
Councils crack down on approvals for temporary building site structures and amenities
By Rory O’Malley – Hydraulic Principal Recently we’ve been informed that Queensland Building & Construction Commission (QBCC) and local council authorities are cracking down in…
Looking to add additional utility metering to your multi-tenant retail facility? Answer these 4 questions first.
By Shawn Sellick – Principal Mechanical Engineer. As building services engineers, we’re often asked by clients to incorporate additional utility meters (over and above the standard…
How to make future design provisions for solar installations: a case study for architects
By Duncan Stegmann – Electrical Engineer.   Like many technological developments, solar photovoltaic (PV) technology has matured a lot over the years and is now…
How to sell an aged care bed: an interview with Jordan Fitzgerald from Marketplace Strategy Solutions
By Nicholas Danicic – Electrical Engineer.   “The target market is the sons, daughters and families of the potential residents. Very few elderly people self-admit…
Senior Living Innovation Event: what do seniors want now and in the future?
BRISBANE EVENT. What do seniors in Australia truly want from their living environments? This is a question that those of us who work in the…
Why you need up-to-date building services plans for your buildings.
By Andrew White – Director. When we’re engaged to work on a redevelopment, expansion or refurbishment project, one of the first things we do is…
3 steps to avoiding building services issues in leasing agreements
By Shawn Sellick – Principal Mechanical Engineer. I recently worked with a leasing agent who had signed a new tenant to a building lease only…
4 ways energy modelling can help reduce construction costs
By Matthew Lacey – Mechanical Engineer. With rising material costs and a shortage of skilled labour, it’s no surprise that construction costs for commercial and…
Tackling Legionella: How to assess and minimise your risk
By Rory O'Malley - Hydraulic Principal/Senior Hydraulic Designer. I recently heard of some health care facilities in Australia that are removing their drinking water fountains...
Communications Technology in Aged Care
By Grant Steinback - Electrical Building Services Specialist. When undertaking an aged care development or redevelopment, deciding what communications technology to incorporate during the planning...