NSW Home Building Amendment Bill passed
Information courtesy Housing Industry Association
On 28th May 2014, the Home Building Amendment Bill 2014 (Bill) passed through both houses of the NSW Parliament.
The Bill...
Aran Cucine at Living Kitchen
Aran Cucine will attend the International Living Kitchen fair in Cologne from 16th to 22nd January 2017 showcasing two of its most popular kitchens...
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.
Rawsons Appliances new showroom
December 2018 saw the grand opening of the Rawsons Bathroom new showroom in an exciting joint project with ABEY and Cosentino.
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.
The.Artceram ISH preview
With ISH fast approaching (from 14-18 March in Frankfurt, Germany) here is another preview from The.Artceram which is featuring a range of products from...
KBDi NSW Chapter event
KBDi Diamond Sponsor, Smeg, is pleased to be hosting the next KBDi NSW Chapter Event at Modulnova Sydney Studio @ The Cannery on Wednesday,...
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.
Caroma celebrates 75 years
Iconic Australian brand, Caroma celebrates 75 years of leading the way in design and functionality in the bathroom and the company has great plans...
interzum @home 2021
interzum @home 2021 will broadcast the industry’s latest hot topics with three curated digital stages and the materials.
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.
interzum 2019: Digital printing in the spotlight
Interzum 2019 plans to put digital printing in the spotlight, offering even greater individualisation in furniture production and interior design.
“Individualisation” is today’s buzzword in...
2016 Design as Strategy Forum
The 2016 Design as Strategy Forum will be held on 12th September and is proudly presented by Good Design Australia in partnership with UTS...
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.
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...
World Green Building Week
World Green Building Week will be held 26 September – 2 October 2016, raising awareness of green buildings around the world, highlighting how they...
Zip HydroTap G4 product launch
The location was stunning, the weather perfect. On Thursday 3rd July members of the design community gathered at The Bennelong At The Opera House...
Häcker EuroCucina preview
Three stunning kitchens make up the Häcker EuroCucina stand at this year's iSalone show. Over 320 square metres of space, Häcker Kitchens has created...
New Bisazza flagship store in Milan
Timed to coincide with Milan Design Week 2019, Bisazza will unveil its new flagship store in the heart of Milan's Brera Design District.
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.
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!
Axor Water Dream
Last night the AIDT Tour group headed to the Axor Hansgrohe showroom in the heart of the Milan design district for a special guided...
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.
Royston Wilson presentation
Mecca is hosting an event on Thursday November 26 at The Royce Hotel with Royston Wilson, one of Australia's leading designers. Royston’s work covers...
Cosentino’s spectacular Sydney Opening
Thursday night last week saw the Cosentino Group open its new showroom in Sydney. Located at Level 1, Suite 30, 69 O'Riordan Street, Alexandria,...
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
KBDi upcoming Chapter Events
Let's get 2018 off to a great start with the first round of KBDi Chapter Events. Here are all the details for each state...
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:
How selling something “Second Hand” really helps you!
Sold!! $4,400,00 - at secondhandkitchens.com.auDesigning practical and aesthetically appealing kitchens for your clients is one part of the process, making it affordable is...
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.
KBDi SA Breakfast Event
The KBDi South Australian chapter event is being held on Wednesday 03 March 2021 at 7:30am for an 8:00am start.
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®.
KBDi Chapter event – Brisbane
The next KBDi Chapter event will be held in Brisbane on Tuesday 10th September so book now to reserve your place.
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.
Grass opens its new showroom
Introducing a space for inspiration as Grass opens its new showroom in Pordenone, Italy to coincide with SICAM. At the evening reception, almost 200 guests...
Falper Milan store
Falper has opened its new showroom in Milan in the very heart of Brera, with the same design credentials as its flagship stores in Berlin and Paris.
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!
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.
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.
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!
New antoniolupi showroom
The new antoniolupi showroom in Stabbia is a triumph of resilience overcoming adversity. In September 2014 the old showroom was flooded and rendered unusable...
Materials & Nature at Interzum 2017
The Materials & Nature Piazzas at Interzum 2017 will look at the roles of materials in individualisation with Katrin de Louw once again in...
Mal Corboy Kitchens – book release
Billed as the ultimate in kitchen porn for the foodie and design lover, NZ-based Australian kitchen designer Mal Corboy has released a stunning coffee...
AWISA 4-7 July 2018
AWISA 2018 takes place at the multi-level ICC Sydney from 4-7 July 2018. It is organised by the Australian Woodworking Industry Suppliers Association to...
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!
Kitchen & Bathroom Designers wanted – Melbourne based
Let’s Talk Kitchens & Interiors is looking for two interior designers who specialise in kitchen and bathroom design to join the team at its Canterbury, Melbourne showroom.
Hansgrohe announced as AIDT 2017 tour sponsor
Hansgrohe has been announced as the first sponsor of the AIDT 2017 tour to Interzum and Ligna. The Hansgrohe Group is based in Schiltach...
Vote Blum for Trusted Brand
Please support our tour sponsor Blum - follow the link below to vote
Architecture & Design (Infolink) has launched a survey to rank Australia's Top...
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.
Spiggy Brisbane Showroom
The Spiggy Brisbane showroom has been entered into the Australian Institute of Architecture Awards - Small Project Architecture Category, for 2023
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.
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!
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.
HIA-GWA Kitchens & Bathrooms Report – now available
The HIA-GWA Kitchens and Bathrooms Report is the only publication in Australia that provides dedicated analysis and forecasts for Australia’s kitchen and bathroom industry.
The...
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!
5VIE Design District
As part of Milan Design Week, the 5VIE Design District will continue its five-year tradition as a cultural promoter and promoter of the heritage...
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 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.
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.
Eurolinx’s Sydney Showroom Opening
Whilst one appliance brand had an official function in Victoria that ended in burnt display cabinets and a rapid use of various fire fighting...
thinkdzine / CDK Stone showroom launch
Last night saw the launch of the new thinkdzine and CDK Stone showroom in Alexandria. More than 120 guests packed into the stunning space...
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.
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 NSW chapter event – October
The next KBDi NSW chapter event will be held later this month. You'll enjoy a fun-filled and informative evening at All Hands Brewing House.
ISH 2019 Colour Trend Predictions
Lifestyle is still the dominant notion behind the trends for the bathroom – and ISH 2019 will be exhibiting more shades of colour than ever before.
Improving the customer experience – online workshop
Redman Training and Development is excited to announce that its online workshop ‘Improving the Customer Experience’ is scheduled for 19th April 2021.
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.
e&s launches flagship store in Preston
Leading kitchen, bathroom and laundry retailer e&s has launched a state-of-the-art flagship store in Preston, at the heart of Melbourne’s growth corridor.
KBDi Conference + Designer Awards Gala
This year’s KBDi Conference + Designer Awards Gala will be held at the Howard Smith Wharves in Brisbane.
II Bosco Artedomus Brisbane Showroom
Introducing the II Bosco Artedomus Brisbane Showroom, designed by Thomas Coward and Hana Hakim from The Stella Collective.
AWISA 2016
AWISA 2016 will be held from 6-9 July 2016 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Wharf, Melbourne.
The AWISA 2016 exhibition is the...
ACFA: Promoting our Winners
ACFA is excited to launch the first edition of its Industry Awards Digital Magazine: Award-Winning Interiors - Residential & Commercial Projects.
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.
Urban Integration Working Group workshops
A series of workshops plus product and systems exhibition on building low impact sustainable urban communities will be held in Lismore in November 2015....
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 Queensland Chapter Event
KBDi Diamond Sponsors, Lincoln Sentry, is pleased to be hosting the next KBDi Queensland Chapter Event at Paddington’s Darling & Co. on Thursday, 5...
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
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.
KBDi Victorian chapter event – October
Join the fun at the KBDi Victorian chapter event and network with industry insiders plus make new connections while enjoying drinks and canapés
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.
ACFA Industry Connect Event – Melbourne
Enjoy industry information updates and networking at the next ACFA Industry Connect Event to be held in Melbourne on Tuesday 12th November.
AWISA 2020 – Sydney
Get set for AWISA 2020 which will be held from 1-4 July in Sydney at the ICC Sydney Convention Centre at Darling Harbour.
Kitchen Showroom & Admin Assistant
Sensational Kitchens is growing and is on the lookout for someone to join the team and grow with us. The company is looking for...
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.
AWISA 2014 – starts tomorrow
AWISA 2014 will be held from 6-9 August at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Bank, Brisbane.
Held biennially, the exhibition is a must-see...
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 – October
Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria - look out! Here are the details of the chapter events heading your way in October!
Hacker Kitchens new showroom
During this year's "Küchenmeile A30" event from 16 to 21 September, the Hacker Kitchens showroom will be "the place to be". The Rödinghausen-based kitchen manufacturer has...
Cosentino Rafael Nadal event
An exclusive event at Crown Melbourne held last week ahead of the Australian Open celebrates the Cosentino Rafael Nadal partnership. The event marks the upcoming...
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
The epitome of loyalty
There are many ways of rewarding customers for loyalty – on an ongoing basis. Frequent flyer programs (or in our industry’s case Frequent fryer!)...
Nover: Star Partner Queenstown 2023
Last week Nover held its Star Partner Event in Queenstown, New Zealand and it was an incredible success!
Valcucine renovated flagship store in Berlin
The newly-renovated Valcucine flagship store in Berlin, partnered with Küchen Atelier Piekarz, is located in an historical building in Karl Marx Allee and showcases the iconic...
Blum launches in style
Blum welcomed the start of the 2014 AWISA Exhibition last night in front of 400 industry professionals. The Austrian fittings manufacturer introduced a number...
Miele Experience Centre – Gold Coast
Miele Australia continues the national expansion of its world-class showroom concept with the opening of the brand’s first regional venue at the Gold Coast.
The...
Win a design trip to Europe
Feature Staron Solid Surfaces in your project for a chance to win a design trip to Europe in 2018 as part of the AIDT...
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.
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.
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.
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.
