Industry Publications Archives

8th Nov 2024

Billi Supports Sustainable Design: Partnering with the Sustainability Awards

Billi is once again a sponsor of Architecture & Designs Sustainability Awards, proudly supporting the inaugural Single Dwelling (New) category. This category recognises the smart design and construction of single-residential buildings, that prioritise sustainability and innovation within a small footprint. By rewarding sustainable design principles, we can create buildings that are ergonomic, energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and […] Read more

28th Oct 2024

A Cuppa Change: Billi & Project PARGO

We are big admirers of the critical work done by Project PARGO; and we support their awe-inspiring impact on rural or vulnerable global communities. Their dedication to providing clean water, health education, and sustainable solutions is awe-inspiring. That’s why Billi has chosen to ethically source our new insulated bottles from Project PARGO, to […] Read more

21st Oct 2024

Tap Into Tomorrow

The tapware industry is becoming a key driver of water efficiency, sustainability, and carbon neutrality, with innovations that reduce water usage while maintaining performance. Aligning with certifications like GreenTag and the WELL Building Standard, these solutions promote water quality, hygiene, and material safety, enabling architects to create healthier, resource-efficient buildings. Tap Into Tomorrow: Blueprint for […] Read more

2nd Aug 2024

A Roadmap to Healthier Materials

Trends in the Design and Manufacturing of Drinking Water Systems A growing body of research on environmental health has demonstrated that chemicals known or suspected to be harmful to human health are frequently found in commercially available products, including building materials. These chemicals can leak out of such products, making their way into the air […] Read more

17th Apr 2024

Revolutionising Workplace Wellness Design

Organisations are grappling with the reality that a substantial percentage of their employees may never return to the office on a full-time basis. Today’s employees’ attitudes are changing, placing greater emphasis on flexibility and relying more on employers to drive a culture of health and wellbeing. Wellness initiatives are no longer a workplace perk; they […] Read more

1st Feb 2024

Redefining the Modern Residential Kitchen

Multi-Functional Appliances for Multi-Functional Spaces As working, socialising, and relaxing from home become the new normal, homeowners and designers want to know how to design a multi-functional kitchen so they can adapt their space to cater for more activities. Given that the kitchen is the ‘heart of the home’ and is typically included in an […] Read more

19th Sep 2023

Fit for the Future – Designing a Hybrid Workplace that Works

Despite the prevalence of remote work, many organisations maintain that employees must physically return to the office, at least in some capacity, to maintain high levels of productivity and feel a part of the workplace community. However, since the pandemic, employees have grown accustomed to working from home and, for health or lifestyle reasons, are […] Read more

20th Jun 2023

Building design for a sustainable future: Filtered water systems

The built environment: Emissions and waste The built environment generates 40% of annual global CO2 emissions.1 Construction creates an estimated third of the world’s overall waste.2 Approaches to sustainable building Net Zero Utilising passive design, energy-efficient appliances and renewable energy systems to create buildings wherein their total energy production minus their total energy use […] Read more

27th Apr 2023

Sustainable Building

What Does the Future of Sustainable Building Look Like? While the number of countries announcing pledges to achieve net zero emissions over the coming decades continues to grow, it is clear the gap between the climate performance of the building sector and the 2050 decarbonisation pathway is widening. Of the annual global CO2 emissions, […] Read more

21st Mar 2023

Specifying the Home Water Filtration Systems

When choosing a drinking water filtration system, you first need to consider the type of contaminants to be removed from the incoming water supply, and how much drinking water might be needed every day. Water filtration systems for the home will often have quite different capacity and flow requirements than their commercial counterparts. Other practical […] Read more

25th Oct 2022

Sustainable drinking water

Access to clean, fresh water is fundamental to living a healthy life. Due to the changing climate, rising pollution levels and Australia’s rapidly growing population, the demand for clean drinking water has never been higher. The government has a duty to provide Australians with safe drinking water, but despite their best efforts, water […] Read more

11th Jul 2022

Remote Work in the Design & Construction Industry

Tools for Increasing Collaboration and Productivity Digital Tools & Resources Billi is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing architects, designers and builders with digital tools and libraries for all their specification and installation needs. Online information repository including Product Data Sheets, BIM Files, Install and User Guides, Warranties and Certifications. Billi BSPEC Generator allows […] Read more

21st Jun 2022

Working in an isolated digital world

The COVID-19 pandemic has made design and construction companies adapt to a new era of workplace flexibility. More employees are working from home, with less people in the office at any given time. Travelling to key markets to meet with clients is a less common occurrence due to difficulties with travel and quarantine restrictions. […] Read more

20th Apr 2022

Assessing drinking water systems for certification and compliance

Drinking water is an essential component to human health so it is important to ensure the safety and reliability of systems used to deliver water for human consumption. Choosing the right drinking water system is not always easy in today’s complex regulatory landscape. A “Good. Better. Best.” approach will help you separate products that meet […] Read more

30th Mar 2022

Understanding Certification and Compliance for Drinking Water Systems in Australia – GOOD. BETTER. BEST.

Drinking water is an essential component to human health so it is important to ensure the safety and reliability of systems used to deliver water for human consumption. Sub-standard drinking water systems not only put occupants and the community at risk, but they can also be expensive to repair or replace in the event of […] Read more

4th Mar 2022

What is in our tap water?

Tap water can contain many impurities, both natural and artificial. Some are harmless, only affecting the way water looks, tastes or smells. However, other contaminants can spread infection, or slowly damage the health of end users over time. The filter type you need will depend on what types of contaminants you are trying to […] Read more

27th Jan 2022

Better Water Quality: A Guide to Specifying Water Filtration Systems for Health and Wellbeing

8th Nov 2021

What will be the most popular water filter in 2022?

Check out the new water filter trends for 2022 It has never been more difficult to predict the future. Who would have guessed, just a few short years ago, that a massive plague would shut down the entire world? Thankfully, some things are still within our powers of divination. For example, experts in water […] Read more

15th Oct 2021

Specifying Touchless Tapware for Safer Bathrooms

Breaking the Chains of Infection with Touchless Tapware. Sensor taps enable users to dispense water and complete handwashing procedures without human contact. Touchless technology is not limited to tapware – sensor-operated soap dispensers and hand dryers can also be specified to create contactless bathrooms that virtually eliminate the risk of surface-to-hand transmission of viruses like […] Read more

23rd Sep 2021

Bathroom safety in the COVID-19 era

Specifying Touchless Technology for Health, Sustainability and Aesthetics. The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed how we approach the design of the built environment forever. Whereas aesthetics and performance were once the top design priorities, now minimising the risk of virus transmission has taken centre stage. De-densification, increased ventilation, social distancing measures and surface hygiene are all […] Read more

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