ACFA Updates: News Offers and 2024 Industry Awards
There’s never been a better time to be an ACFA member! Read on for exciting offers exclusive to ACFA members.
What’s On in April
Have you checked our our new What's On event listing page? For now - here's a wrap up of what's on in April 2024.
iGuzzini at Light+Building 2024
At Light+Building 2024, iGuzzini curated an immersive multi-sensory experience to present its perspective on light.
ACFA launches new website
The ACFA team has been working hard behind the scenes to upgrade its website and is excited to showcase it to the industry.
Bettisatti at Maison&Objet 2024
At Maison&Objet 2024, Bettisatti showcased two stunning collections - its new Marmilla lamps from the Isoipsa collection, and the Intarsia mosaic collection.
KBDi Trade Expo 2024
Following the success of the KBDi Victorian Trade Expo last year, there is another one planned for Sydney on 21st March 2024.
The 62nd edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano
The 62nd edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano will take place at Rho Fiera Milano from 16th to 21st April with a bold, new approach to industry trade fairs.
HIA Industry Seminar: Brisbane
Join HIA for an industry breakfast seminar and networking event in Brisbane on Friday 22nd March 2024 - "Good design: Always in style".
Introducing The Mentors of Design
TKBB is pleased to introduce Michele and Leonardo, an interior designer and architect living and working in Milan and who are known as The Mentors of Design
Nover celebrates 70 years!
The Nover story: where it all began… celebrate an amazing 70 years of service and find out how the company started and how it evolved.
ISH 2025
Planning for ISH 2025 is underway with the world's leading trade fair for HVAC + Water revealing a new concept with eight solution fields.
KBDi Chapter events – Vic, Qld & NSW
Heads up Vic, Qld and NSW! Check out the details of upcoming KBDi Chapter Events coming soon to a venue near you!
New hearing test requirements
Thanks to our friends at ACFA for this very important reminder about SafeWork NSW's requirements for audiometric testing from 1st Jan 2024.
Maison&Objet Report
Interior designer, Erika Forster from Maison DLP recently attended the Maison & Objet fair in Paris and brings us her insights from the show.
Ceramica Sant’Agostino new Milan showroom
Check out the newly-opened Milan showroom of Ceramica Sant'Agostino, located in the heart of the Brera Design District on Corso Garibaldi.
2024 Jan/Feb Events
Let's kick 2024 off with a recap of local and international design events happening in January and February.
TKBB Summer Series – Best of the Rest
Welcome to the TKBB Summer Series – here are all our other popular stories from this year to wrap up our Summer Series.
Road to Salone 2024
The Salone del Mobile.Milano international promotional tour for the 62nd edition of the trade fair is underway, taking in seven European and American destinations.
Workplace Advice from ACFA – Positive Duty Reminder
Workplace Advice from ACFA - Positive Duty Reminder: covering sexual harassment, sex-based harassment or victimisation in the workplace.
Keys to Build-to-Rent Success: Insights from Hettich’s Latest Whitepaper
In collaboration with Architecture & Design, Hettich is unveiling a groundbreaking whitepaper elucidating the core principles of the Build-to-Rent sector.
Miason&Objet 2024 – Tech Eden
In 2024, Maison&Objet will celebrate 30 years of French-inspired excellence in the home décor, design and lifestyle industry.
Ambiente – Jan 2024, Frankfurt Germany
From 26-30 January 2024, trade visitors to Ambiente at MesseFrankfurt will find inspiration for living concepts, furniture, lighting and decorative accessories.
Hettich publishes new Sustainability Report 2023
Hettich is proud to present the new Sustainability Report for 2023, offering valuable insights into its sustainability strategy.
KBDi November Chapter events
Heads up designers! The final round of KBDi Chapter events for 2023 is coming your way - check out all the dates and venues here!
SaloneSatellite on display at Rinascente
For the 9th consecutive year, 14 products featured at SaloneSatellite will be on display and for sale at Rinacente.
Margraf at Marmomac 2023
Margraf was in the spotlight at Marmomac 2023 with a new stand in the outdoor area and a new business partnership with Basaltite®.
Salone del Mobile.Milano obtains ISO 20121 certification for sustainable events management
Salone del Mobile.Milano has announced that it has been awarded ISO 20121 certification for sustainable events management.
KBDi Chapter Events – October
Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria - look out! Here are the details of the chapter events heading your way in October!
Meet ACFA’s new Business Development Manager/Trainer and Assessor for Victoria
ACFA is happy to announce that it has a new Business Development Manager/Trainer and Assessor for Victoria, Daniel Zambello.
HIA new Managing Director
Retiring HIA Managing Director Graham Wolfe said goodbye to HIA and the housing industry last month after 45 years of tireless work for an industry he loves.
KBDi Chapter events – SA & NSW
Look out SA & NSW! The next round of KBDi Chapter events are heading your way in September. Here are all the details!
Let’s talk about Salone del Mobile.Milano
By now, most of you would have heard about Salone del Mobile.Milano, the world's most highly-regarded design show, held in the magical city of Milan.
Introducing the new Design with Hettich website
Hettich Australia is excited to announce the launch of its brand new website, Design with Hettich - a cutting-edge digital platform.
Special Announcement: AWISA 2024
The AWISA Board are disappointed to advise that the AWISA Exhibition planned for July 2024 has been cancelled.
Guest Post: Content ideas for your digital platforms
Our friends at House of Social are back with some great tips to make your digital content memorable and effective, and set you apart from your competitors.
Guest Post: How to build a social media marketing strategy
Today's guest post comes from the experts at House of Social who will share their tips on how to build a social media marketing strategy.
Nover: Star Partner Queenstown 2023
Last week Nover held its Star Partner Event in Queenstown, New Zealand and it was an incredible success!
Professional Indemnity & Public Liability Insurance: Exclusive to KBDi Members
Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance is essential for those who offer design advice as part of their service.
Hettich at ArchifyLive QLD
Hettich Australia had the privilege of participating in the highly anticipated ArchifyLive events held in Brisbane, Cairns, and Townsville.
KBDi Conference + Designer Awards Gala
This year’s KBDi Conference + Designer Awards Gala will be held at the Howard Smith Wharves in Brisbane.
Lifesize Plans walkthrough technology
The Lifesize Plans walkthrough technology helps design and renovation professionals provide a walk-through experience to help clients
Marketing when times are tough
When the market slows down or faces uncertainty, it may be tempting to reduce marketing efforts as a cost-cutting measure. We hear this all...
KBDi June Chapter Events
Look out Victoria, SA, WA, NSW & Queensland - the June KBDi chapter events are coming to a venue near you! Here are all the details.
Designer Training Australia – mid-year intake
The end of the financial year is just around the corner so take advantage of Designer Training Australia's mid-year intake.
KBDi Conference 2023
This year's KBDi Conference is set to be a fabulous event packed with inspiration, networking and ideas to get your business growing.
FREE* RPL Qualification with ACFA in NSW
ACFA is offering FREE* RPL Qualification (Recognised Prior Learning) in MSF31113 Cert III in Cabinet Making under the NSW Subsidised Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers Program.
“LIGHT UP your creativity” with Domus Line at INTERZUM 2023
“LIGHT UP your creativity" is Domus Line’s claim for INTERZUM 2023, with a package of innovations that aims to stimulate creativity and imagination
Spiggy Brisbane Showroom
The Spiggy Brisbane showroom has been entered into the Australian Institute of Architecture Awards - Small Project Architecture Category, for 2023
KBDi Chapter Events – SA, Qld & Vic
Look out SA, Qld & Vic - the next round of KBDi chapter events is headed your way. Here are all the details.
KBDi Chapter Events – WA & NSW
Heads up WA and NSW - the next round of KBDi chapter events is heading your way. Here are all the details!
Interzum 2023 – what will be important tomorrow
Important developments, trends and future themes for furniture, materials and interior design will be presented on the knowledge platform of Interzum 2023.
Belgium is Design at SaloneSatellite
Belgium is Design will exhibit this week at SaloneSatellite as part of Salone del Mobile.Milano - a special event that celebrates the work of young designers under 35.
AWISA announces ACFA as new managers for the AWISA exhibition
ACFA has been chosen by the AWISA Board to manage the AWISA Exhibition, starting with the 2024 AWISA Show to be held next July.
New website for HVG
HVG is excited to announce the launch of its new and improved website, designed to offer an unparalleled user experience.
5 positive steps for your business today
Ayrmont's 5 positive steps you can take today that will create a more stable, and profitable, business for the future.
ACFA March 2023 Industry Connect Event – CoINVEST, Networking and Hafele...
The upcoming March ACFA Industry Connect Event featuring CoInvest, HR updates, a walk around the Häfele showroom and networking with peers is not one you will want to miss!
“Shaping the change”: Interzum 2023
Interzum 2023 will take place from 9-12 May with the new slogan "shaping the change", placing greater emphasis on key issues for the future.
KBDi WA & NSW March 2023 Chapter Events
Look out Western Australia and New South Wales – you won’t want to miss these upcoming KBDi Chapter Events in March!
KBDi SA & Qld March 2023 Chapter Events
Heads up South Australia and Queensland – you won’t want to miss these upcoming KBDi Chapter Events!
Ayrmont ARMS pillars for success
Ayrmont ARMS helps business owners to step up with automated systems and services around the three key pillars of – Satisfaction, Profitability and Efficiency.
Neolith brings the worlds finest architectural surfaces to Melbourne
Neolith’s premium, technologically advanced architectural stone surfaces will now be distributed in Australia via a new facility in Braeside, Victoria.
Can you use ChatGPT for your business?
By now you’ve probably all heard about ChatGPT – the automated system that can produce copy on practically any subject.
KBDi February Victoria Chapter Event
KBDi is very excited to be hosting its first event of the year in Caesarstone’s stunning Heatherton showroom.
TKBB Summer Series – Salone del Mobile.Milano
Introducing the TKBB Summer Series! While we enjoy our break, we have compiled the very best of Salone del Mobile.Milano articles for you to...
Hettich’s captivating showroom experience
Hettich has unveiled its all-new showroom in the heart of South Melbourne - a harmonious mix of world-class quality brands coming together in a space that brings Hettich products to life.
Maison & Objet – Designer of the Year
The Maison & Object Designer of the Year for 2023 is Raphael Navot
DTA new courses in 2023
Enrolments are now open with DTA for 2023 for nationally accredited specialist qualifications in Kitchen and Bathroom Design.
Maison&Objet Paris January 2023
Maison&Objet Paris is due to take place from 19-23 January next year with a theme based around Refocus, regroup, indulge your senses, and reconnect with your inner self, with others and with the environment.
ACFA Training continues to benefit More Apprentices in NSW
ACFA continues to educate Cabinet and Furniture Making Apprentices across NSW with its Workplace-Based Training Model.
Nover at Design Show Australia
Nover showcased its products at the recent Design Show Australia, held in Sydney on 20-22 October 2022.
SA, QLD, WA and VIC November KBDi Chapter Events
South Australia, Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria – you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi events coming up in November!
2022 ACFA Industry Conference
The ACFA 2022 Industry Conference is on THIS WEEK. Friday 21st October will see the industry join together in Melbourne for a wonderful day of speaker sessions.
KBDi October VIC, QLD, NSW and WA Chapter Events
Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and Western Australia – you won’t want to miss these exciting events coming up in October!
Connecting business functions for success
One of the major causes of lack of productivity in any business is a disconnection between the numerous applications and programs used
ACFA introduces 2022 Industry Conference Speaker Line-up
With five interactive sessions at the ACFA 2022 Industry Conference, there is going to be something for you to take back and help your business succeed.
South Australia September KBDi Chapter Event
Western Australia and South Australia - you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi Chapter Events happening in September!
5 critical mistakes ruining your renovation business
In the renovation “real world”, we know of the hidden dangers that can undermine your business success and we understand the value of design in creating solutions to customer’s problems
ACFA Conference to help plan for success
The ACFA 2022 Industry Conference is taking place in Melbourne at the Crowne Plaza, on Friday the 21st of October 2022.
Ayrmont Reporting & Resource Management
This month we take a closer look at two specific functions of the Ayrmont ARMS CRM and showcase how vital these systems are
Project Scheduling with Ayrmont
The Ayrmont Technologies’ ARMS CRM provides a wealth of support tools to ensure efficient business process automation including Project Scheduling.
Salone del Mobile.Milano 2022
Salone del Mobile.Milano 2022 has come to a close and is being heralded as a successful return to live events in a post-pandemic world.
While...
Sixty years with the Salone del Mobile.Milano
On the 60th anniversary of the show, Salone del Mobile.Milano paid tribute to 12 companies that have taken part in every edition of the trade fair, from 1961 to the present day.
NSW and WA June KBDi Chapter Events
New South Wales and Western Australia – you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi Chapter Events happening in June!
VIC, QLD and SA KBDi June Chapter events
Victoria, Queensland and South Australia – you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi Chapter Events happening in June!
What’s on – Salone del Mobile Milano 2022
Next week, for the first time since the pandemic, Salone del Mobile Milano 2022 in its full format will be held in Milan at the Rho Fiera showground.
ACFA: Promoting our Winners
ACFA is excited to launch the first edition of its Industry Awards Digital Magazine: Award-Winning Interiors - Residential & Commercial Projects.
The Talks of SaloneSatellite
At this year's SaloneSatellite, a program of talks has been put together by founder and curator Marva Griffin Wilshire and will be held in the Arena of Pavilion 3.
Digital Automation to simplify your business
Introducing the Ayrmont Technologies’ ARMS CRM – an industry-specific solution for renovators, built and customised specifically for your business.
KBDi Designer Awards 2022
KDBi is excited to announce the opening of the KBDi Designer Awards 2022! KDBi has introduced exciting changes to this year’s program, and encourages members to check out the 2022 Entry Guidelines.
KBDi May Chapter Events
Victoria, South Australia and Queensland – you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi Chapter Events happening in May!
KBDi NSW Chapter Event
You are invited to the KBDi NSW Chapter Event which will be held on Thursday, the 7th of April at 6pm at 69A Bourke Street, Alexandria.
KBDi Victoria Chapter Event
You are invited to the next KBDi Victoria chapter event which will be held on Thursday, 24th of March at 6:15pm at RCC Parkville.
Antolini Stoneroom Milan
Located in the centre of Milan, the first Antolini Stoneroom is a new, unique space where the absolute protagonist is natural stone.
KBDi February Video Conferences
KBDi has three exciting online video conferences lined up for February 2022 on the 8th, 15th and 22nd that you won’t want to miss.
TAFE NSW and Stylecraft launch First Nations Scholarship
TAFE NSW and industry-leading furniture design company Stylecraft have joined forces to offer a new First Nations Interior Design Scholarship in 2022.
DTA 2022 courses starting soon
Enrolments are open for Designer Training Australia’s accredited courses for 2022 starting on the 7th February and 7th March 2022.
Each course is delivered online...
Molteni Museum
The new Molteni Museum has been unveiled within a Glass Cube space located in the industrial compound at the company's headquarters, revamped by Ron Gilad.
KBDi November events
There are two exciting face-to-face events happening for KBDi members in Queensland and South Australia in November. Here are all the details:
KBDi collaboration with Interiors Australia and Denfair
KBDi is very excited to be collaborating with Interiors Australia and Denfair in an all-new activation zone at the upcoming Melbourne exhibition.
Azzurra presents SoloDue. Thin as paper at Milano Design Week 2021
Azzurra unveiled the new product SoloDue. Thin as paper at Milano Design Week 2021, that involved the Brera showroom proposing a reflection on the theme of lightness.
