DesignBUILD Blueprint Industry News

From airports to multi-unit dwellings, the construction industry is continually evolving. To help keep you ahead of trend as we wrap up 2013 we take a look at the construction outlook affecting you, from the new Melbourne Airport expansion to the three-year high in residential building approvals.

You can also read through some of the highlights from the ACIF Construction Market Report, featuring the latest industry forecasts, and hear about roofing and glazing systems from our exhibitor Palram Australia.

In each edition of Blueprint we're going to include a progress update on our brand new feature - Project Next. This engaging new feature will showcase the latest sustainable solutions for residential and commercial spaces in the largest fully integrated collaborative feature that the industry has ever seen. Each month we'll take a look at new exhibitors, products and applications, with insights from sustainability expert Cameron Rosen of Australian Living.

Registrations for DesignBUILD 2014 are now open, so make sure you register online to avoid the $20 door charge. With leading exhibitors, must-see features and inspiring seminars and workshops, we can't wait to see you at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 2 - 4 April!.

Cheers,
Chris May
EXHIBITION MANAGER

Highlights from the ACIF Construction Market Report
Record low interest rates are doing more than stimulating the real estate market, with mortgage holders using the cashflow to take on renovation projects, according to industry research presented by the Australian Construction Industry Forum. Total construction activity is projected to amount to more than $200 billion next year.
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Demand for skilled labour on the rise as building approvals hit three year high
The HIA recently announced in their quarterly Trades Report that the demand for skilled labour increased during the September 2013 quarter, while residential building approvals hit the highest levels since 2010
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Commercial construction takes off
Melbourne Airport is set for a major expansion, with a multi-billion dollar development plan announced that will see new facilities open in mid-2015, creating over 3000 construction jobs. Melbourne Airport CEO Chris Woodruff said their new expansion plans will see passenger numbers double to 60 million in 20 years.
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DesignBUILD launches new feature
Project Next is the exciting evolution of the "Future Living" concept, which was launched at DesignBUILD Sydney with great success in 2013. Offering a completely sustainable solution, Project Next will present a collaborative feature that is energy efficient, thermally comfortable and healthy.
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