LOUD Design Group is committed to reducing waste and promoting sustainable building practises in Australia.

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Join the Movement

Help us close the loop on reducing product samples in the building industry that typically end in landfill.

Send us samples you no longer need and we will organise their return to the manufacturers for recirculation or place them into the appropriate recycling programs.

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Become a Foundation Member

As a foundation member, you play a crucial role in supporting the LOUD Library from its inception. 

Foundation members are recognised as pioneers and leaders in promoting sustainable practises. LOUD has tailored services to support both the manufacturer and specifier in this process.

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Resource Recovery

LOUD Design Group is committed to the Australian National Waste policy framework in reducing waste generation and the disposal of sample consumption.

By assisting the LOUD Library we can help reduce the impacts of natural resources and energy contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.

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Let's get LOUD about landfill

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We all need to use samples but what happens to them once they are no longer needed?

Send used samples to us, to save them from landfill.

Join the LOUD Library community in returning samples to manufacturers for recirculation or place them into the appropriate recycling programs. Together, we can create a positive change in reducing hidden waste streams caused in the built environment.

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Become an ambassador
and lead the way

The construction industry supports about 992,000 fulltime employees across the Australian economy.

This industry is a key driver of economic growth, contributing significantly to the nations GDP.

By being an ambassador of the LOUD Library we can foster innovation, education and sustainability; let’s create a vibrant community together.

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Contribute to the LOUD community

LOUD library actively engages with the community to promote sustainability and encourages circular economy fostering a culture of environmental responsibility.

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Join the chorus

Spread the word and share our mission. Tell fellow design enthusiasts about LOUD’s eco-friendly crescendo.

 

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Foundation members are recognised as pioneers and leaders in promoting sustainable practises.

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Support the mission and be part of the orchestra. Donations are tax deductible. Get in touch to find out more.

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Building an alternative approach to foster wisdom, promoting innovation, and educating for sustainability excellence.

 

         

 

CUB Environmental / Sustainability leader

Finalist

This acknowledgement is in recognition of our founder Louise Dobson Trease (four year CUB member) for presenting the highest of professionalism, sharing industry knowledge and her commitment connecting to people in her netwrok of sustainability. Her passion and dedication shines through her commitment to addressing the impacts of concealed waste streams within the built environment. A space to watch as this industry service grows in 2026 with its nearly formed partnerships.

CUB Most innovative Company

Finalist

By employing a solution-oriented model, the LOUD Library initiative was recoginsed for its innovation that fosters collaboration to ensure that sample waste and other hidden waste streams are identified and managed effectively.  

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The Australian financial review Sustainability list for 2025

Awarded category leader

The LOUD initiative has been recognized by industry peers for its sustainability commitments to reducing hidden waste streams within the building industry. Alongside five other categories acknowledged for leadership, the overall award was presented to the Green Building Council for their GreenStar program.

LOUD's dedication to minimizing the impact of sample waste continues to generate momentum. This recognition has fostered new partnerships and global alliances that support the initiative in areas such as product traceability and automation.

Photograph of Angela Dobson-Block and Lousie Dobson Trease showing off their trophy for the Global Recognition Awards

Awarded - Global Recognition Award 2024

Finalist and Winner

"Pioneering sustainability in construction."

LOUD Design Group has been recognised for the 2024 Global Recognition Award it is groundbreaking efforts in sustainable design an waste reduction into the Australian building and construction industry this prestigious accolade acknowledges the company's innovative approach to addressing environmental challenges and its commitment to revolutionising industry practises.

"Recognition and Research excellence"

2024 Global recognition Award highlightd its innovative spirit, commitment to sustainability, and significant impacts on the Australia building anf construction industry. By creating a practical solution to reduce waste and promote sustainable materials, the company has demonstrated excellence in environmental stewardship and influenced positive change in construction practise.

"Collaborative innovation and Industry Impact"

LOUD continues to grow and shape industry practises, it works exemplifies how companies can successfully combine bsuiness sucess with enivironmental responsibility.

 

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LOUD DESIGN GROUP

After recognising reoccurring dilemmas in the building construction industry, in 2020 LOUD Design Group created the LOUD Library to solve waste streams in the building design process.

Today as a solution – focused business in library management, our founder Louise Dobson Trease actively works as a creator on design, strategy and innovation bringing together a community to extend on our environmental commitment.

Embrace the vision of the LOUD Library and its commitment to sustainability.

By believing and supporting this journey, you contribute to closing the loop on hidden waste streams and build a more sustainable future the building industry.

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