Industry Partners

Empowering the Future of Design through Strategic Partnerships

Our industry partners are more than just suppliers and manufacturers, they are integral collaborators driving innovation and excellence within the building design industry. These long-standing relationships, some extending over 20 years, provide our members with access to the best materials, services, and cutting-edge technologies. Together, we’re shaping a more sustainable, efficient, and forward-thinking future for the built environment in Australia. By partnering with the BDAA, you’re not only elevating your brand but also contributing to the growth and success of the industry at large.

PRINCIPAL Industry Partner

James Hardie Industries is the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fibre cement building solutions. The company empowers homeowners, designers and building professionals alike to achieve the home of their dreams with premium quality solutions that enable endless possibilities for design and aesthetics, while also delivering trusted protection and long-lasting beauty.

Helping you to specify and inspire your clients

Can you design your client’s dream home with less time, cost and effort, all without compromising on your vision? With James Hardie, It’s Possible™. The integration of our products and accessories work together seamlessly to give you peace of mind on any project. The premium quality of every James Hardie product makes us the best partner to bring your designs to life. The James Hardie ‘myHardies™ is your one stop shop for supports Builders, Architects and Designers with tools that support your business.     

myHardies™ will:

• Support exterior façade design
• Simplify estimating and ordering
• Provide on the go technical support
• Share news and information about James Hardie products and modern design projects

  Whatever your vision, It’s Possible™ with James Hardie.

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MAJOR Industry Partner

Made from Aussie steel, LYSAGHT® products are extensively performance-tested, come with a BlueScope warranty, and offer our customers confidence and peace of mind. Our quality Australian-made steel products, including Roofing & Walling, Architectural Cladding, Home Improvements, Structural product, and Fencing, are only part of our unique offer. Our people are located in over 30 locations throughout Australia and are always ready to assist. It’s our commitment to delivering genuine, helpful customer service, and an unmatched technical support and expertise that has helped us become the trusted experts and industry leaders.

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PREMIUM Industry Partner

At Nero, our mission is simple: To provide Australian households and families with stunning, excellent quality yet well priced tapware for bathrooms, kitchens, and laundries creating remarkable experiences through new and better ways. Nero Tapware manufactures and supplies a range of tapware and accessories ranging from entry level through to high end architecturally designed pieces. In addition, we also manufacture a full Ambulant and Assisted living ranges across 6 colours with everything from standard to made to measure options. Nero prides itself of quality and craftsmanship to ensure an unforgettable bathing experience.

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PREMIUM Industry Partner

Since 1915 the steel industry has been an essential part of Australia and its economy. BlueScope’s heritage traces back to the very beginning. BlueScope is a global manufacturer of premium branded coated and painted steel products, such as COLORBOND® steel, ZINCALUME® steel and TRUECORE® steel. Genuine COLORBOND® steel has undergone over fifty years of Australian research and development, which has allowed for proven durability and long lasting performance when subjected to some of the harshest Australian conditions. With a range of designer colours and a new matt finish, COLORBOND® steel gives you the flexibility to realise your design vision.

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PREMIUM Industry Partner

C&A Surveyors is a land surveying team supporting building designers across NSW. Our role is to give you the clearest possible site picture – early – so design decisions are made with confidence, not assumptions.

We’re known for fast site attendance, high-quality field capture, and tidy, designer-ready outputs that slot straight into your workflow (PDF + CAD, with 3D options when they genuinely help). Our core services for designers include detail & level (contour) surveys, detail & boundary identification, internal surveys, and 3D laser scanning for complex renovations, heritage, and high-detail projects.

To make collaboration easier, we’ve built C&A Connect – our online portal that keeps projects organised from booking to delivery. C&A Connect helps you:

• Track job stages and progress updates in one place
• Access surveys without chasing emails
• Keep a clean record of deliverables across multiple projects

We work best as an extension of your team: responsive, practical, and focused on keeping momentum in your design process.

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CORPORATE Industry Partner

Velocity Home Lifts is an Australian company specialising in high-quality residential lift solutions designed to improve accessibility and mobility within the home. Established in 2014, the company designs, manufactures and installs modern home lifts that combine functionality, safety and thoughtful design.

Velocity’s lift systems are engineered to integrate seamlessly into both new homes and existing buildings, offering space-efficient solutions that enhance comfort and independence for homeowners. With a focus on reliability, innovation and Australian manufacturing, Velocity Home Lifts provides practical vertical transport solutions tailored to contemporary residential environments.

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CORPORATE Industry Partner

CSR is one of Australia’s most trusted building products companies, supporting the construction industry with innovative, high-performance solutions. Under the CSR umbrella sit leading brands including Hebel, AFS and Cemintel, delivering advanced walling, cladding and facade systems for residential and commercial projects. Backed by decades of expertise, CSR’s product portfolio combines strength, efficiency and design flexibility, helping building designers create durable, sustainable and buildable outcomes.

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BUSINESS Industry Partner

Building modern weatherboard homes? Undergoing renovation and need new exterior timber cladding? Weathertex is a specialist exterior wall panels supplier and weatherboard company offering the best quality products available on the market. From classic to modern styles, we offer all the cladding and timber wall panelling you need for projects of any size, and are committed to keeping our prices as affordable as possible so that you can enjoy quality products without blowing your budget.

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BUSINESS Industry Partner

Austral Bricks is Australia's largest and most recognised clay brick and paver manufacturer, with a proud history of brickmaking spanning over 100 years. Founded in 1908, the company has built a well-established national presence with manufacturing and sales facilities in every state, and has long been at the forefront of product innovation, sustainable production and design.

Austral Bricks offers an extensive range of clay bricks, pavers, advanced brick systems and complementary building products, designed and manufactured in Australia to meet the demands of the local climate. Their products are trusted by leading builders, architects and designers across both residential and commercial sectors, and are backed by an exclusive 100-year warranty.

 

The BDAA is proud to partner with Austral Bricks, giving our members access to one of the country's most respected and innovative building product suppliers. To explore the full range of products and services, visit australbricks.com.au.

 

 

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PROFESSIONAL Industry Partner

Webber Insurance Services is pleased to be a Professional Partner of the Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA). As a leading specialist insurance brokerage, Webber focuses on delivering tailored insurance solutions for professionals across the built environment.

With expertise in Professional Indemnity, Public Liability, Cyber Liability and Construction Insurance, Webber Insurance provides specialist advice backed by deep industry knowledge and experience across design, architecture, engineering and construction sectors.

All BDAA members have access to a unique, tailored insurance solution designed specifically for their professional needs. To arrange a quote or for further information on your Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance, please contact Chris Webber or Daniel Webber on 1800 932 237 or email us at [email protected].

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PROFESSIONAL Industry Partner

Founded by its Director, Lou Stojanovski, Keystone Lawyers is an innovative commercial law firm, specialising in the fields of Construction, Engineering, Mining, Commercial, Development and Property law.

With a personal and professional approach to the law, they are able to deliver exceptional results to their clients. Built upon a solid foundation of specialist legal knowledge and extensive legal experience, Keystone Lawyers moves beyond the role of law firm. They aim to partner with their clients, strategising and championing them to achieve business, personal and commercial success. They are the law firm of choice for local and national companies and entrepreneurs, supporting clients through all phases of business.

Their Areas of Practice include:

• Construction, Mining, Infrastructure and Engineering Law
• Tenders and Contracts
• Commercial Advice
• Corporations Law
• Commercial Litigation
• Development and Property Law
• Conveyancing Services
• Building Disputes
• Home Owners Warranty Insurance
• Competition and Consumer Act
• Security of Payments
• Business Structuring
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Insolvency Law
• Trusts and Self Managed Super Funds
• Wills, Powers of Attorney and Estate Planning

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Media Partner

Universal Media Co is proud of its origins as a traditional magazine publisher. Starting with only six titles in 1985, including legendary restaurant guide Cheap Eats, the company has grown to publish more than 50 individual magazine brands today with employees and offices around the country. With a focus on niche media, Universal Media Co has become the dominant magazine and media publisher in a number of lucrative key special-interest markets including home, outdoor, wellness, bikes, pets, craft and education. At the helm of our magazine brands sits editors and creatives passionate about their subject areas and markets, who are supported by teams that create world-class quality content and journalism for our readers. Our brands and employees have won numerous accolades for magazine covers, branding, advertising campaigns, marketing campaigns, journalism, digital innovation and more.

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