The New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) will host its Continual Professional Development (CPD) seminars alongside New Zealand’s leading building and construction industry event, buildnz designex 2013.

Buildnz designex is a biennial three-day exhibition of leading products and services providers, and includes seminars for on-going professional training requirements.

Beverley McRae, NZIA Chief Executive says, “It made sense to align our professional development seminars with buildnz designex. Given the large numbers of architect members (and sponsor partners) historically attending this vital industry event, it provides an unequalled opportunity for our members to network with the wider construction industry. We’re looking forward to working with the organisers to deliver a lively event for our members and, indeed, the wider industry.”

Other initiatives at Buildnz designex in 2013 include:

• NZIA CPD Days – two days of seminars attracting more than 500 member architects
• RMBF lead build seminars – three days of seminars targeted to NZ builders from across the nation
• SPLASH feature – pools and spas
• 200+ exhibitors expected from leading build, design and interiors companies

Buildnz designex 2013 will run from 23 - 25 June at Auckland’s ASB Showgrounds in Greenlane. The event is expected to attract more than 5,000 trade visitors.