Past Events

This seminar by Stuart from Tenaru helped break down the process of preparing and refinishing exterior timber surfaces, and also explained common issues with exterior timber and how to address these issues.

In this seminar, Elizabeth and Bobby from Hettich delivered a masterclass on how to plan and organise your space effectively no matter what shape or size.

In this hands-on workshop with Oliver from James Hardie and Rebeka from BuildHER Collective, they explored the top five things you need to know when designing your dream façade, including how to create a cohesive exterior, interior and alfresco.

It was our pleasure to host the NSSA members and executive for two days last week where there was much deliberation, planning and networking.

In this seminar, those contemplating lifting their home as part of the Flood resilience scheme or to make more room as part of a lift and build under project learnt all there is to know from Adrien at Mamet Homes.

In this seminar, Tina from Caroma guided attendees through the process of taking their bathroom product selections into the Design aspect of their projects.

Our thanks to Brett Adams, SEM Group Co-Founding Director, for his informative presentation on how to minimize the impact of energy price increases on the family home.

From the intercom, CCTV and access control through to the lights and blinds controlled in the home cinema, our “Designing the Australian Smart Home” seminar with Regan from XONE covered off on what works.

Andy & Gabriel from Queensland Timber Flooring delivered this informative presentation filled with expert guidance and advice. With 30 years of industry experience and a passion for timber flooring, those in attendance got the no spin answers to all of their questions.

In this 1.5-hour workshop, Dawn from Designing Interiors covered topics surrounding harmonious and timeless design, creating spaces that incorporate balance and texture and how to get the most value out of your selections when working to a budget.

It was once again our great pleasure to represent all of our Exhibitors at this year’s Master Builders QLD Roadshow. On this occasion Tom was a solo act, but had lots of productive conversations with Builders who now understand that this is their Selection Centre.

With 170 people registered for the session, we had to break it into an 11am and another 2pm session. Stuart shared the basics of how to breathe new life into a tired piece of furniture that you will be proud to keep in your home for years to come.

With years of experience, Marie.G shared her process on how to approach the Realities of Renovating. From forethought to making plans, changing plans, and endless decisions.

During this presentation, Elizabeth O’Neil, from Imperial Kitchens, did an outstanding job of discussing the most frequently asked questions when designing a kitchen. Her knowledge and experience shone through, and everyone in attendance absolutely loved her presentation.

Our thanks to Tina & Maria for hosting this seminar where they shared all her knowledge of not only Caroma Bathroom products but also specialty advice on selecting the right items that you need for your project.

Via 5 Case studies, Clark from Crimsafe looked at how Stainless steel mesh screens were able to meet specific design requirements and became a multi-faceted solution for Hi Rise construction, transport infrastructure, emergency service infrastructure and residential fire protection.

A big thank you to Andrew & Nic from O’Shea & Sons Builders, Tanya from Clipsal, Sunil & Sean from ABB, Melissa from Polytec, Natalie from Paradise Timbers, and Bruce from Momo for your support and participation in our first Consumer Seminar for 2023.

In this all new seminar, developed here in AUSTRALIA, Regan from eXperienceONE addressed design features essential to the successful provision of a Smart Home.

With a big turn out, beautiful food & drinks, and amazing showroom presentations by Austaron Surfaces, Caesarstone, EGR Decor, Hettich and Schweigen, the second KBDI QLD Chapter event for the year was another huge success.

Dawn from Designing Interiors hosted this hands-on Moodboard Masterclass to share all her tips of the trade, educate on different materials and budget, and focus on creating your own interiors moodboard and colour palette for your project.

We had the distinct pleasure of seeing Brian Perez from Benjamin Moore Paints who is visiting us from the US in action. In this session he shared with us all about the latest upcoming trends in colour in decoration.

In this seminar architect, Richard Kennedy, discussed several examples of this design approach, along with models, photos of the finished work and typical cost plans.

On Saturday morning, Brett Adams, SEM Group Director with 14 years’ experience in the industry discussed new technologies like batteries and electric vehicles, and how they are changing the landscape of home energy in Australia.

It was our distinct pleasure to represent all of our Exhibitors as an event Sponosor at this year’s HIA awards on Friday evening. It really was a fun event which featured some beautiful projects.