SAIBD - South African Institute of Building Design

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

We’re proud to share that the South African Institute of Building & Design has been nominated to receive an award in recognition of its commitment to providing workplace training opportunities to Durban University of Technology students.

Investing in future professionals through meaningful industry exposure remains at the heart of what we do. Thank you to our partners, mentors, and students who continue to make this journey impactful.

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18/05/2026

📐 CPD Opportunity for Designers & Built Environment Professionals

**The Designer and Town Planning**
Presented by Joost Hogewoning

Gain a practical understanding of the history and fundamentals of town planning, including:
✔️ Town planning terminology & scheme language
✔️ Restrictions and regulations
✔️ Smoother initial planning processes
✔️ Better collaboration between design and planning disciplines

📅 **Register by:** 01 June 2026
🗓️ **Workshop starts:** 04 June 2026
⏳ Correspondence workshop to be completed within 14 days of the starting date
💻 Online Correspondence Workshop

💰 Fees:
• R1450 – Non-members
• R1120 – South African Institute of Building Design members (Fully PD members)

🎓 Category 1 | 1 Credit

Hosted by South African Institute of Building Design

🔗 Register link below and in bio:
https://forms.gle/7HwY64mpg7UY3kJp9

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18/05/2026

Great minds, bold vision, and good coffee ☕
The SAIBD National Board Members Meeting at Doppio Zero Florida Road — where leadership, collaboration, and strategy came together over great conversation.

05/05/2026

🎙️ TT AI – Tough Talks Podcast (LIVE)

South Africa’s most impactful architectural podcast is going LIVE!

Tough Talks (TT AI) brings bold, necessary conversations to the forefront of the built environment. Evolving from its YouTube roots, this monthly LIVE session features industry voices tackling complex issues—and pushing for real change.

💬 This isn’t just a webinar. You’ll get the chance to ask the tough questions and hold speakers accountable.

🔥 Episode 1:
The Death of Craft: Who owns AI designs?
with Akheel Khan

📅 Date: 13 May 2026
⏰ Time: 14:00 – 16:00
💻 Format: Online

💰 Fees:
• SAIBD Members (fully paid): R250
• Non-members: R310

📌 Important: Payment due by Monday, 11 May 2026

🎓 CPD Credits:
• Category 1: 0.2 Credits

🔗 Register link below as well as in bio: https://forms.gle/oEqe1voEpY82y3dG6

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05/05/2026

🚀 AI in the Built Environment (AIBE) Programme

Ready to future-proof your career in the built environment?

The AIBE Programme by SAIBD is a 5-week journey designed for working professionals to tackle real-world challenges using AI. You’ll develop practical solutions, guided and assessed by experts from both the built environment and tech industries.

✨ What you’ll gain:
• Hands-on experience solving real problems with AI
• Feedback from industry veterans
• Full CPD points for the year
• Peer-reviewed certification on your project

📅 Dates: 28 May – 05 June 2026
🗓️ Schedule: Every Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ Time: 14:00 – 16:00
💻 Format: Online

💰 Fees:
• SAIBD Members (fully paid): R9,000
• Non-members: R10,000

📌 Important: Payment due by Tuesday, 26 May 2026

🎓 CPD Credits:
• Category 1: 4 Credits
• Category 3: 2 Credits

🔗 Secure your spot registration link below and in bio: https://forms.gle/p1yb6BxBb2yggpHS6

FutureSkills

23/04/2026

🚨 Tickets are almost gone! 🚨

If you’ve been meaning to book, this is your moment. FLOORS in Africa Expo isn’t a mass-market event — it’s a focused, high-impact industry experience with limited capacity… and we’re nearly sold out.

🎟️ Secure your spot with link below also in bio
https://tickets.tixsa.co.za/event/floors-in-africa-expo-2026

As a CPD-accredited event, you’ll earn credits while diving into two dynamic days of flooring innovation, insight, and connection.

✨ What to expect:
• Top-tier exhibitors showcasing the latest products, tech & trends
• Expert-led technical talks
• Live demos — see, test & experience solutions first-hand
• Exclusive show specials
• Exciting prizes up for grabs

📅 6–7 May 2026
🕘 Wednesday: 09:00
🕠 Thursday: 17:30
📍 Indaba Hotel & Conference Venue, Fourways

Category 1 Credit | 1 CPD Point validated by SAIBD

We can’t wait to welcome you — see you at the Expo!

21/04/2026

✨ Ready to elevate your roof design game?

Join Timber Roof Design for Architectural Professionals — a dynamic 5-part CPD series led by Izak Burger, designed to sharpen your skills and expand your creative and technical knowledge.

Over 5 engaging weeks, you’ll explore everything from fundamental roof concepts to advanced design detailing:

🔹 Module 1: Roof Function, Shapes & Terminology (07 May)
🔹 Module 2: Truss Dynamics & Bracing (14 May)
🔹 Module 3: Exposed Trusses & Pinning on Ringbeam (21 May)
🔹 Module 4: Attics, Dormers & Staircases (28 May)
🔹 Module 5: Bay Windows, Eaves & Flat Roofs (04 June)

🕒 Time: 3pm – 6pm
💻 Format: Online

💰 Pricing per module:
• R460 (Non-SAIBD members)
• R360 (SAIBD fully paid members)
🎉 Get 10% off when you book all 5 modules!

📚 Earn while you learn:
✔ Category 1 CPD
✔ 0.3 credits per module (1.5 total)

Whether you're refining your technical edge or exploring new design possibilities, this series is built to give you practical insight you can apply immediately.

Secure your spot and build smarter, more beautiful roofs — one module at a time. 🏗️

Registration link below and in bio

https://forms.gle/juYdwEamTkgWDBxJ9

10/04/2026

In recent years, we’ve seen a worrying rise in buildings failing, whether through structural collapse or devastating fires. These incidents raise serious questions about what’s really happening behind the scenes in the built environment.

Structural integrity is not just a technical issue, it’s a matter of safety, accountability, and professional responsibility. In this video, we unpack some of the possible causes behind these failures, from gaps in oversight to the growing concern around unregulated developers and contractors.

Join Rose Ginya & Dhiren Ramlal as they highlight the critical role of registered professionals ensuring that buildings are designed and constructed to meet the necessary standards, protecting both lives and investments.

This conversation is an important one for anyone involved in, or impacted by, the built environment. The link is below to watch the full video

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wsx1m-txaco

01/04/2026

📚✨ Ready to PASS your PPE with confidence? ✨📚

A few years ago, there wasn’t enough info on the PPE… now there’s way too much! 😅
So how do you cut through the noise and actually succeed?

💡 Do both — learn smarter, not harder.

Join our session designed to give you the best possible shot at passing your PPE exam 🎯

Here’s what you can expect:
✔️ Clear, practical guidance
✔️ Tips to navigate the overload of information
✔️ Strategies to boost your chances of success

🗓 Date: 08 April 2026
⏰ Time: 4PM – 6PM
💻 Where: Online

💸 Cost:
• FREE for SAIBD Members (fully paid) 🙌
• R150 Admin Fee for Non-Members

🚀 Don’t leave your future to chance set yourself up to PASS!

LevelUp

REGISTRATION LINK below as well in bio

https://forms.gle/RnC8Y5hBxgC3Fv6c6