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Australian made safety by Lathams in the Opera House, Parliament House and Darling Harbour

Lathams legacy is Australian made, and globally distributed. For three generations, Lathams have supported and enhanced large scale, public spaces and architecturally designed residential developments right here in Sydney, and around the world. In recent months, we’ve been reflecting on the amazing ...

Jun 3, 2020 Posted by Adam Latham

What’s the true cost of importing products from overseas?

For many manufacturers, imported products are a way to reduce costs without reducing productivity. However, the real cost of importing products from overseas might be more than you think.

Jun 1, 2020 Posted by Adam Latham

Architecture changes post-pandemic

Every industry has been dramatically transformed by COVID-19, and architecture is no exception. Over the past couple of months, we’ve spent more time indoors than ever before. This period of sheltering-in-place will have a lasting impact on the way we design, transform, and shape the world around us...

Apr 29, 2020 Posted by Adam Latham

How Can I Help? Australian Construction and Architecture in Uncertain Times

As our industry continues to change and transform over the course of the most recent global events; the way we approach work, our colleagues and our customers are also changing.

Apr 17, 2019 Posted by Dane Latham

Construction, we have a problem

With $10 trillion spent each year on construction and 7% of the world’s working population working in construction-related professions, there’s no questioning the industry's economic size and impact. Despite this, there is an obvious, underlying dormancy in the industry's productivity (productivity ...

Apr 10, 2019 Posted by Dane Latham

How these 3 startups are revolutionising the AEC industry

Disruption is a buzzword that clearly sums up how innovators are fundamentally altering products, services and business models. It is a driving factor behind the advancements and improvements in all industries. This got us thinking - what will be the next big game-changer in the Architectural, Engin...

Feb 13, 2019 Posted by Dane Latham

6 Free Construction Apps to Jump Start Your 2019

With the increased prevalence of tech innovation in the construction industry, more businesses are releasing apps catered to the construction and building industry. While this is welcome news, it can be hard to sift through the myriad of apps out there to find the ones that truly add value to your d...

Dec 5, 2018 Posted by Dane Latham

Take A Break: Overseeing Industry Related Mental Health in 2019

With over 1.1 million people employed by the Australian construction industry, making up around 8% of the nation’s GDP, the physical health and safety of industry workers are of utmost importance. A topic that is rarely talked about, however, is the mental health and safety of industry workers.

Oct 10, 2018 Posted by Dane Latham

7 Exciting Building and Construction Trends for 2019

2018 was rife with innovation in the construction industry, with the advance of artificial intelligence, breakthroughs in construction robotics, and an increasing importance placed on sustainable architecture and accessible design.

Sep 3, 2018 Posted by Dane Latham

Construction robotics: fad or future?

When it comes to robotics, the construction industry has remained relatively untapped due to the difficult nature of automating manual construction tasks. However, the industry is on the cusp of a revolution: a string of innovations and developments in the field of construction robotics this year ar...

Stop and stair: Australian stair regulations in contemporary designs

It’s an exciting time to be designing staircases. From transparent stairs to giant spiral staircases, architects have more choice than ever. Staircases are no longer just a functional feature of a building: they’re a central element of the design.

Jun 23, 2017 Posted by Dane Latham

Attention architects! Try these 5 ways to nail a new client meeting

To create great buildings, architects need great clients. That's why your first meeting with a potential client as an architect is crucial.

Australian made safety by Lathams in the Opera House, Parliament House and Darling Harbour

Australian made safety by Lathams in the Opera House, Parliament House and Darling Harbour

What’s the true cost of importing products from overseas?

Architecture changes post-pandemic

How Can I Help? Australian Construction and Architecture in Uncertain Times

Construction, we have a problem

How these 3 startups are revolutionising the AEC industry

6 Free Construction Apps to Jump Start Your 2019

Take A Break: Overseeing Industry Related Mental Health in 2019

7 Exciting Building and Construction Trends for 2019

Construction robotics: fad or future?

Stop and stair: Australian stair regulations in contemporary designs

Attention architects! Try these 5 ways to nail a new client meeting

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