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We don't take shortcuts, we care deeply about what we do, and we want the process to be as painless and efficient as possible to get the best outcome for our client over the life of the asset.
8i Architects is a design based architectural practice specialising in innovative, functional, cost effective and sustainable design solutions underpinned by precise detailed documentation resulting in well regarded constructable development.
The firm was founded by Brisbane trained architects Hieu Nguyen and Charmaine Kai in 2005.
Since then, 8i Architects has grown to include architectural technical support staff to enhance the practice’s ability to provide a comprehensive service to clients.
Our focus is on design excellence and the creation of quality spaces that are unique to the site and the client.
We strive to incorporate qualities of the context into the built design through innovative aesthetics and ESD (Environmentally Sustainable Development) principles.
We collaborate with our clients to achieve a creative design that is delivered on time and within the construction budget.
Innovative design implementation and management are integral from initial concepts through design development and documentation phase to client feedback of the outcome.
Design management incorporates quality design solutions with control of cost, programme and delivery
Contact Details
A. Suite 24, 200 Moggill Road, Taringa, Qld 4068 P. (07) 3217 7100. W.
In the modern architectural setting we have retained the old school principles of being technically equipped to work with builders, provide a hands on experience, be dependable and easily contactable.
PROJECT CAPABILITIES
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8i Architects has the resources to undertake works with construction budgets up to $110 million.
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We have a third party endorsed Quality Assurance System compliant with ISO 9001:2000.
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We have a Queensland Government PQC Rating of Level 3 - Industry Best Practice.
ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
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PRELIMINARY CONCEPT DESIGN
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SKETCH & DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
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WORKING DRAWINGS
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DETAILING, SCHEDULING AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION
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TENDERING & NEGOTIATION
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CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
ADDITIONAL SPECIALISED SERVICES
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MASTERPLANNING
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INTERIOR DESIGN
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PRACTICAL EXPERTISE IN SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE
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APPLICATION OF CURRENT SUSTAINABLE DESIGN CONCEPTS WITH AN UNDERSTANDING OF COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS
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WORKPLACE REVIEWS
We are committed to applying our knowledge and expertise throughout the architectural design and documentation process.
We strive to achieve open lines of communication to ensure the client is fully informed during all stages of the project’s progress.
8i Architects understands the client’s commercial requirements and is focused on achieving exceptional results within time and budget.
8i Architects has over 10 years of specialised design experience in Qld Department of Education facilities:
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New School Campuses
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New Multi-Storey GLA Buildings
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Special School Buildings and Facilities
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School Masterplans
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School Building Refurbishments
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School Trade Training Centres
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School Libraries and Administration
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School Manual Arts Facilities
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School Teaching Kitchens Facilities
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School Sports and Performance Arts Halls
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School Music Centres
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Prefabricated School Buildings Environmentally Sustainable Development
I’ve worked with 8i for 10years. They have done half a dozen schools for us, the most recent an award winning $30 million school. I will only work with 8i in this space as they are like no other architecture firm. Charmaine and Hieu are low maintenance, which is so important when time is so precious. They understand the scope, they meet the timelines, they get it done, they make no mistakes. Whatever you ask of 8i they get it right!
Sean Snowden, Estimating and Design Manager - McNab Builders
Charmaine is incredibly practical, bright, organised and picks things up quickly. She always visits the facilities, understands what is needed to be in what space and the intricate workflow of the business. 8i do not give a template solution, they customise and personalise the service and outcome to make it work for the customer. Risks are thought of ahead of time and are addressed up front. Charmaine speaks the lingo of the other professionals and gains their respect really quickly! She drives collaboration, listens, educates and breaks things down in laymen’s terms! 8i have taught me the value of spending up front to always save in the end!
Dr Adrianne Pope, IVF Specialist
I have worked with Charmaine, Hieu and the team at 8i Architects for the past 6 years. I can honestly say that if you want no nonsense, non-ego based, well thought through and sensible architecture then let 8i manage your project for you. In my opinion 8i are big enough to handle projects up to the value of around $100m but small enough to provide the level of service that you won’t get from the larger architectural firms who will give your project to a junior architect to manage. There is only a hand full of Architects I would recommend in Brisbane and 8i are right up there.
Michael Page, University of Queensland
Hieu is an excellent communicator, he is proactive, good to work with, and calls a spade a spade! A lot of architect and design guys are the arty flowery types, just good at conceptualization. Hieu gives more than that, he can demonstrate how he is going to make it happen, which is why we look to work with him.
Steve Watkins, Project Manager
Constructions Group has been working with 8i Architects for many years and have engaged them to undertake the design on many of our Design and Construct Projects. 8i are efficient and lateral thinking when it comes to resolving design issues and without compromising the integrity of the design are able to come up with cost effective solutions for our clients. We would highly recommend 8i Architects to design and construct contractors and developers alike.
Murray Creevey, Director - Constructions Group
How we go about offering a premium service
PROFESSIONAL RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
Consistent with an evolving organisation, 8i Architects has accumulated a wealth of experience. We are conscious of the need for continuing professional development and for the integration of new technology, procedures and new talent.
8i Architects is committed to all members of the Design Team to realise their full potential.
This ensures that clients are working with a group of highly focussed individuals who are personally motivated to work with clients to achieve exceptional results.
Much of the training and development is directed specifically to design process and documentation procedures. External training is supported by an intensive and ongoing internal programme. As part of this programme, feedback from clients, contractors and consultants is valued and is acted on and integrated into 8i Architect’s procedures.
Research and development results in the ability to provide a highly skilled and cohesive consultancy team with currency in all aspects of design, documentation and construction issues leading to:
• comprehensive understanding of client requirements;
• fully co-ordinated design and documentation;
• integrated use of latest technology;
• researched construction methodology;
• accurate concise contractor-friendly documentation.
All of the above leads to minimisation of risk to programme and cost for our clients.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
8i Architects is committed to the implementation of an Environmental Management System compliant with ISO 14001 to ensure we maintain and improve our environmental outcomes.
We continue to adopt innovative environmental practices within our practice incorporating appropriate environmental initiatives so as to achieve best practice outcomes wherever possible.
8i Architects is aware of the significant potential we have to impact upon our client’s ability to successfully minimise their impacts upon the environment. We endeavour to work with our clients to ensure the adoption of appropriate environmental design and operational strategies that will benefit our client’s short and long term environmental goals.
Our commitment to this policy ensures we have positive environmentally sustainable outcomes upon all projects that we have the opportunity to be involved in.
FURTHERING DESIGN QUALITY
8i Architects offers a traditionally high level of client focused service with special emphasis on increased design quality and design input across all projects. Design management from concept design and detailed documentation through to client feedback is integral in maintaining 8i Architect’s quality office procedures.
Projects designed by 8i Architects are highly regarded by clients. This success is reflected in a number of building awards and publications.
We recognise the benefits in obtaining strategic experienced and highly skilled partners in allied professions for desirable and successful building outcomes. This experience in managing a broad range of design teams has developed skills in design management that incorporates control of cost, programme and quality.
8i Architects is committed to continually maintaining and updating our knowledge of industry standards and regulations by remaining abreast of current construction technologies and sustainable lifecycle considerations.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
8i Architects has third party endorsed Quality Assurance System compliant with ISO 9001:2000.
We are a Queensland Government PQC Rated Consultant - Level 3 Industry Best Practice.
Integrated project management and the requirement of Quality Assurance is delivered through 8i Architect’s Quality Management System. This document accompanies the management of all projects and integrates risk management, cost control, design and programme management and quality assurance.
These systems generate client confidence in meeting budget and programme objectives and is facilitated by early identification, evaluation of risks and comprehensive risk management. The procedures are designed to ensure that design output matches the brief requirements and that timely and accurate results are consistently delivered.
INSURANCE
8i Architects holds Professional Indemnity Insurance, Public Liability Insurance and Work Cover. We will be pleased to provide Certificates of Currency upon request.
TEAM VALUES
Our team is guided by values that underpin our role in creating architecture and design.
We respect that our commissions are for our clients and take an honest and collaborative approach.
We are responsive to the needs of others and to those of the project.
We share a genuine enjoyment in the process of design and construction and bring energy and enthusiasm to what we do.
We assign an experienced project architect that fulfills all the needs of the project from start to finish. We collaborate to scope all projects in detail up front to save on variations and costs down the track.
HIEU NGUYEN
Job Position: Architect/Director
Qualifications: B. Des. Studies, B. Arch (Hons1), RAIA, Registered Architect (Qld)
Specialty: Government Facilities, Education, Processing Facilities and Commercial
CHARMAINE KAI
Job Position: Architect/Director
Qualifications: B. Des. Studies, B. Arch (Hons), RAIA, Registered Architect (Qld and NSW)
Specialty: Medical Facilities, Commercial and Fitouts.
JEREMY HALDANE
Job Position:
Senior Associate Architect
Qualifications: B. Des. Studies, B. Arch (Hons), RAIA, Registered Architect (Qld)
Specialty: Education, Aged Care, Sporting Facilities and Multi-Residential.
PETER KAPPER
Job Position:
Specialist Building Consultant
Qualifications: Over 40 years of experience.
Specialty: Processing Facilities, Aviation Facilities and Industrial Developments
SHARON KAI
Job Position:
Interior Designer
Qualifications: Associate Diploma of Arts Fashion (Couture Strand)
Specialty: Interiors for Education and Commercial.
Recent Professional Experience.
HIEU NGUYEN
Career History
2005 – Current
8i Architects – Brisbane, Director
2004 – 2006
Conrad Gargett Architecture – Brisbane, Senior Architect
2002 – 2004
Husband + Leith Architects - Clayfield
2001 – 2002
Lambert & Smith Architects - Brisbane
1997 – 1998
Brammer Architect - Toowoomba
Awards & Publications
2000
Karl and Gertrude Langer Memorial Prize for Design Excellence
University of Queensland
Contact
Referees
Mr Ken Walker
Department of Education Qld
(07) 3034 4867
Mr Eugen Tarau
FK Gardner & Sons
(07) 3354 6512
Mr Doug Kedacic
Built
0488 423 148
Education Facilities
2019 Cleveland District State High School - Multi Storey Building
2019 Mountain Creek State High School - Multi Storey Building
2018 Springwood State High School - Manual Arts Building
2018 Sunnybank Hills State School - Masterplan - Sunnybank Hills
2017 Picnic Creek State School - New School Campus - Coomera
2016 Highfields Secondary School - New School Campus, Toowoomba
2013 Warwick Cluster Trade Training Centres - Warwick, Killarney, Clifton
2013 Dalrymple Trade Training Centre, Charters Towers
2013 Mansfield SHS Year 7 Building
2012 Surat Basin Trade Training Centres - Miles, Taroom, Wandoan
2011 Tablelands Trade Training Centres - Malanda, Atherton, Mareeba
2011 Spinifex Trade Training Cente - Mt Isa
2011 Malanda SHS Science Laboratory
2010 Holy Name Primary School, Toowoomba
2009 Western Suburbs Special School Hall and Block A, Inala
2006 Queensland College of Wine Tourism, Stanthorpe, Qld ($3.2m)
2006 QUT Student Support Facilities, Brisbane, Qld
2006 Griffith University – Clinical Science 2, Gold Coast, Qld
2001 The Red Room, University of Queensland Student Union
Industrial Developments
2016 Sigma Pharmaceutical Distribution Centre
2015 Trade St Distribution Warehouse, Lytton
2008 Showroom and Warehouse, Narangba, Qld
2007 Crest Electronics Headquarters, Brendale
Specialist Food Processing Facilities
2016 Teys Plate Freezer + Carton Tunnel Extension, Beenleigh
2013 Baiada Poultry Services Building, Hanwood, NSW
2011 Cordina Farms Extension (Chicken Processing), Girraween, NSW
Federal Facilities
2015 Brisbane Immigration Transit Accommodation, Pinkenba
State Facilities
2019 Storage Facility
2015 Toowoomba Courthouse External Refurbishment
Commercial/Retail Developments
2016 Woolworths Southpoint, South Brisbane
2013 North Lakes Central - Office and Retail
2010 Margate Village Medical Centre, Margate ($3.0m)
2008 North Lakes Medical Centre, North Lakes, Qld ($3.0m)
2007 Mixed Use 134 Residential Units & Bowling Club, Indooroopilly
2006 12,500m2 Office Development for Virgin Blue Headquarters, Bowen Hills
2002 Hutchinson’s Builder’s Headquarters, Milton, Qld
Immigration and Defence Projects
2015 Brisbane Immigration Transit Accommodation, Pinkenba
2005 Canungra – Army Base Redevelopment
2005 HMAS Cairns – Naval Base Redevelopment
CHARMAINE KAI
Career History
2016 – Current
ACA Qld/NT Committee Member - Education
2015 – Current
Board of Architects, Qld - Examiner
2005 – Current
8i Architects – Brisbane, Director
2004 – 2006
Centre for Subtropical Design –QUT- Researcher
2001 - 2005
Husband + Leith Architects - Associate Architect
2000 - 2001
Colin Trapp and Associates Architects
1996 - 1999
Husband + Leith Architects
1994 - 1995
Alex Enborisoff Kowalski Architects
Awards & Publications
“New Queenslander – A Contemporary Environmentally Sustainable Timber House”
XXXIII IAHS World Congress on Housing September 2005, Pretoria, South Africa.
“James Street Market, Brisbane - A Subtropical Retail Case Study”
Environmental Design Guide. Australian Institute of Architects, Melbourne. September 2010.
Contact
Referees
Mr Bruce Woodroffe
Chatham Property Projects
0416 204 542
Mrs Judy Bailey-Lawrence
Moreton Bay Regional Council
(07) 3480 6276
Dr Adrianne Pope
Adrianne Pope Consulting
0418 725 119
Recent Professional Experience.
Medical Centres
2016 North Shore Medical Centre, Townsville
2011 North Lakes Day Hospital, North Lakes
2010 Margate Village Medical Centre, Margate
2010 Bribie Island X-Ray
2008 North Lakes Medical Centre, North Lakes
Medical Tenancy Fitout
2012 65m2 Monash IVF, North Lakes
2011 510m2 North Shore Medical Doctor Fitout, Townsville
2009 115m2 Eye Clinic Fitout, North Lakes
2008 450m2 Medical Centre Fitout, North Lakes
2008 110m2 Podiatrist Fitout, North Lakes
Commercial/Retail Developments
2013 North Lakes Central - Retail & Office, ($11m)
Courthouses
2016 QCAT Refurbishment
2015 Toowoomba Courthouse External Refurbishment
2014 Nanango Courthouse - Concept
Industrial Developments
2007 Crest Electronics Headquarters, Brendale
2007 Showroom and Warehouse, Labrador, Qld
2001 Eagle Bridge Office & Warehouse Development, Eagle Farm
Education Facilities
2016 Highfields Secondary School - New School Campus, Toowoomba
2011 Malanda SHS Science Laboratory
2009 Western Suburbs Special School Hall, Inala
2004 Brighton Childcare Centre, Brighton, Qld
Community Facilities
2019 Arana Hills SES Depot, Bunya, Qld
2018 Yarrabilba Family Place
2017 North Lakes Sports Club
Hotel
2003 Rocklea International Motel, Rocklea, Qld
2003 Ipswich International Hotel and Conference Centre
Residential
2015 Indooroopilly Residence
2008 Private Residence, Auchenflower, Qld
2005 Boundary Street Residence, Spring Hill, Qld
2005 Heritage Residential Refurbishment, Spring Hill, Qld
Aged Care
2009 Marycrest Retirement Centre Dining Facilities, Kangaroo Point
JEREMY HALDANE
Career History
2013 – Current
8i Architects – Brisbane, Senior Associate Architect
2003 – 2013
Ryall Smyth Architects - Brisbane, Project Architect
2002 - 2003
Leslie Jones Architects - London, UK
2000 - 2001
HOK Sport & Event - Brisbane
1999 - 2000
S2F Pty Ltd - Brisbane
1996 - 1997
Noel Robinson Architects - Brisbane
Contact
Referees
Mr Doug Kedacic
Built
0488 423 148
Recent Professional Experience.
Commercial/Retail Developments
2016 Woolworths Southpoint, South Brisbane
2012 Showroom & Office Fitout, Fortitude Valley, Qld
2009 Commercial/Industrial development, Caloundra, Qld ($2.5m)
2007 7 Storey Commercial Office Building, Auchenflower, ($7.5m)
2004 Mixed Use Showroom/Retail/Residential Development, Nundah, Qld
2003 Mustang Bar Fitout, Fortitude Valley, Qld ($1.6m)
2003 Commercial/Industrial Development, Albion, Qld ($1.1m)
2003 Wandsworth Shopping Centre, London, UK ($40.0m)
Commercial/Retail Developments
2001 Randwick Racecourse Development, Sydney
2000 2004 Athens Olympic Games submission, Arena & Equestrian Facilities
Courthouses
2016 QCAT Refurbishment
2015 Toowoomba Courthouse External Refurbishment
Specialist Food Processing Facilities
2016 Teys Plate Freezer + Carton Tunnel Extension, Beenleigh
2013 Services Building, Hanwood NSW
Education Facilities
2019 Laidley State High School
2019 Lowood State High School
2019 Cleveland District State High School
2019 Mountain Creek State High School
2018 Whites Hill State College
2016 Kedron State High School, Manual Arts Block
2016 Highlands Reserve State School, Upper Coomera
2016 Highfields Secondary School - New School Campus, Toowoomba
2015 Emu Park State School - New GLA Building, Rockhampton
2013 Dalrymple Trade Training Centre, Charters Towers
Hotel
2012 Boutique Hotel, Fortitude Valley, Qld
Residential/Multi- Residential
2013 South West Hospital and Health Service - Relocatable Residential Accommodation at Roma, Surat, Dirranbandi and Injune
2013 6 Unit Development, Annerley - Building Approval & Tender 2013 Private Residence, Bulimba - Concept Design
2008 Multi-Unit Dwellings, Nundah, Qld - BA & Tender
2008 Multi-Unit Dwellings, Morningside, Qld ($2.5m)
2007 Private Residence, Mooloolah, Qld - DA & BA
2006 Multi-Unit Dwellings, Nundah, Qld, Building Approval & Tender 2004 Private Residence, Ascot, Qld ($2.5m)
2003 12 Unit Development, Alderley ($2.5m)
Affordable Housing/Aged Care
2013 Boarding House, Ashgrove
2013 59 Affordable Housing/Aged Care Development, Mitchelton, ($14.0m)
2009 66 Affordable Housing Units, Caloundra, Qld ($8.0m)
2006 Retirement Village, Hervey Bay, Qld
PETER KAPPER
Career History
2010 – Current
8i Architects – Brisbane, Specialist Building Consultant
2005 – Current
Oceania Designs - Brisbane, Sole Practitioner
2010 - 2013
Bechtel Australia – Brisbane, Specialist Building Consultant
2001 - 2005
Lambert and Smith Architects - Brisbane, Manager
1987 - 2001
Colin Trapp and Associates Architects - Project Manager
1982 - 1987
The Architects (Australia) - Senior Designer
1981 - 1982
ETS Development Consultants
1980 - 1981
DS and LA Kapper Builders - Apprentice Carpenter
1976 - 1980
Perry Bland Kennerson Lyons Architects
Contact
Referees
Mr Eby Eshraghi
Bechtel Australia
0422 673 256
Mr Paul Kennedy
Capicon Pty Ltd
0418 193 099
Mr Greg Smith
Bovis Lend Lease
(07) 3225 7100
Recent Professional Experience.
Industrial Distribution Centres
2010 - 2018
Fitout and building alteration projects for Airbus Helicopters Australia Pacific
2010 - 2018
Fitout and building alteration projects for Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Ltd (BAC).
2003-2005
Crest Electronics, Brendale, Qld ($6.95m)
5,600 m2 Warehouse, Office and Distribution Centre on a ‘green field’ site.
1996-1997
East Coast Commercial Vehicle Disposals, Acacia Ridge ($2.34 m)
2 400 m2 motor Vehicle and Truck Sales and Service Complex.
Vehicle Repairs and Service and Vehicle Detailing buildings along
with development of extensive hard stands and landscaping areas on a 1.60 ha site.
Specialist Food Processing Facilities
2001
Nestle Food and Beverages, Gympie, Qld ($4.35m).
4,600 m2 Coffee Bottling Plant on a ‘green field’ site. Project included design, documentation and integration of process services equipment up to GMP stage.
2001
3,200 m2 extension to Arnott’s Biscuits Limited, including the construction of a 102 car elevated car parking structure, Virginia, Qld ($5.075m).
1998-2000
Darling Downs Bacon, Toowoomba, Qld ($25.0m)
15,000 m2 purpose designed Abattoir and Stock Lairage Facility with
an associated and fully integrated 5,000 m2 hi-bay storage, subzero Cold Store and Distribution Building, all on a ‘brown field’ site.
1991-1994
Coca-Cola Amatil (Aust) Pty Ltd, Richlands, Qld ($34.0m)
45,000 m2 Soft Drink Bottling Plant with integrated Distribution Facilities and State Administration Office on a ‘green field’ site. Follow up work on site has included a 5,000 m2 expansion to the Facility, including Plant Rooms to accommodate PET Bottle Moulding.
Education Facilities
2019 Petrie Terrace State School
2018 Springwood State High School
2016 Kedron State High School, Manual Arts Block
2016 Highlands Reserve State School, Upper Coomera
Courthouses
2015 Toowoomba Courthouse External Refurbishment
Our Architectural Experience Includes:
EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES
Mountain Creek State High School - New Multi- Storey GLA
Cleveland State High School - New Multi- Storey GLA
Petrie Terrace State School - New GLA
Picnic Creek State School - New School Campus - Coomera
Highfields Secondary School - New School Campus - Toowoomba
Highland Reserve State School - New 2 storey GLA - Upper Coomera
DoE Relocatable Classrooms - Review of Standard Types
Yarrabilba Family Community Place - New Centre - Yarrabilba
Western Suburbs Special School - Multi-Purpose Hall, GLA + Admin Building
Sunnybank Hills State School - Masterplan
Springwood SHS - Manual Arts Building - Springwood
Mountain Creek SHS - New 3 Storey GLA Building- Mountain Creek
Cleveland District SHS - New 2 Storey GLA Building - Cleveland
Park Ridge SHS - New 2 Storey GLA Building - Park Ridge
Laidley SHS - New 2 Storey GLA, Hall, Manual Arts, Science Lab - Laidley
Lowood SHS - New Manual Arts Building - Lowood
Kedron SHS - Manual Arts Building - Kedron
White Hill State College - Hospitality Kitchen - Whites Hill
Mabel Park SHS - Multi-Purpose Hall Alteration - Slacks Creek
Earnshaw State College - Staff + Amenities Upgrade - Banyo
Emu Park State School - New 2 Storey GLA - Emu Park
Warwick Cluster Trade Training Centre - Warwick, Killarney and Clifton
Mansfield SHS - New 3 Storey Year 7 Building - Mansfield
Corinda SHS - New 3 Storey Year 7 Building - Corinda
Inala State School - Hall + Music Centre - Inala
Dalrymple Trade Training Centre - Charters Towers
Surat Basin Trade Training Centres - Miles, Taroom and Wandoan
Northern Tablelands Trade Training Centre - Malanda, Mareeba, Atherton
Spinifex Trade Training Centres - Mt Isa
Queensland College of Wine Tourism (CGA) - Stanthorpe
