29 January 2009

Archicentre Launches West Australian Consumer Awareness Program on Building and Sustainability, Home Buying and Renovation

Consumer awareness is the focus of a series of Free Seminars in Perth on Building and Sustainability, Home Buying and Renovation being run by Archicentre, the building advisory service of the Australian Institute of Architects beginning in February.

Bookings are necessary for the seminars which provide consumers with practical information and strategies, and an opportunity to ask questions and join in discussions.

The venue for the Seminars is the Australian Institute of Architects Boardroom, 33 Broadway, Nedlands. Registration is at 6.15pm. Bookings are essential call Archicentre on 1300 13 45 13 or use the internet for booking at www.archicentre.com.au

6.30pm - 8.30pm Wednesday 25th February 2009
Sustainability - Ten Things You Should Know about Building in a Changing Climate

The talk by Gerard Siero will cover why houses are cracking, what people can do to save water and energy, discuss alternative construction techniques, showcase a recent sustainable building project and take questions from the audience.

6.30pm - 8.30pm Friday 6th March 2009
Renovating - Ten Things You Should Know About Renovating Before You Start

The talk by Robert Andary will provide everything you need to know about the design and construction of your renovation, including planning, permits, pit-falls and a case study of a completed project with time for questions as well.

6.30pm - 8.30pm Tuesday 10th March 2009
Home Buying - Ten Things You Should Know about Buying a Home

The talk by Paul Wellington will cover how to find a home, how not to buy a lemon, investing right, how to make a profit and field questions from the audience

6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday 26th March 2009
Pests - Ten Things You Should Know About Pests in the Home

The talk by Patrick Irwin will cover a variety of household pests and tell you what to look for, what to do if you find them and what will happen if you don't!

www.archicentre.com.au

Media Enquiries:
Brad Cook West Australian State Manager Archicentre (08) 9389 6200 Mobile: 0400 037 094
Ron Smith Corporate Media Communications Archicentre (03) 9818 5700 Mobile: 0417 329 201