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

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TIME CAPSULE INTIATIVE 2026

I am a designer and I want to support this intiative. Help us close the loop on reducing product samples in the building industry that typically end in landfill.

Yoru time capsule is essential for this study to set in motion recirculation and recycling programs that are needed for our industry.

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Become a Foundation Member

As a foundation member, you play a crucial role in supporting the LOUD intiative 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 supports the Australian National Waste Policy framework and is committed to helping reduce waste generated through sample consumption and disposal.

We invite you to take part in LOUD’s Traceability Project. For all expression of interests are open.

Learn about the LOUD Traceability Project here

HOW Do I RECYCLe my Samples?

Support the LOUD Intitiative, by helping keep valuable samples out of landfill.

LOUD Design Group makes sample returns simple, cost-effective and time-saving. Our collection service helps suppliers, designers and industry professionals manage unwanted samples responsibly, while supporting product stewardship and resource recovery.

Before sending samples to landfill, connect with LOUD Library. Many suppliers already have Sample Product Stewardship Programs in place, and others are joining our service as we help define a clearer pathway for capturing, returning and recirculating these valuable resources.

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

Currently there is no national framework supporting the recircualtion of samples in Australia. There are a range of businesses offerring sample distrubution however the return of samples is often seen as a waste of time over saving resources.

LOUD Design Group has set a traceability framework study in motion. Since 2025, various samples and products have been collected through the librarina services. Learn about how you can get involved with the LOUD Traceability Project here 

 

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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 movement 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. Help drive change in sample management. Get in touch to find out more.

OUR MISSION

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LOUD about...

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.  

Photograph of Part of the Denfair trade stand

The Australian financial review Sustainability list for 2025

Awarded category leader

LOUD Design Group Awarded recognised by industry peers for its sustainability commitments to reducing hidden waste streams within the building industry.

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.

LOUD' achievements can be seen here.

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 highlighted its innovative spirit, commitment to sustainability, and significant impacts on the Australia building and 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 started the investigation into creating a library system to solve waste streams in the building design process.

Today as a solution focused business in library management, our founder Louise Dobson Trease continues to be a sustainability ambassorder for Australia and internationally recognised for setting standards around sample management in the Building and Construction Industry.

Further Articles about LOUD Design Group and our founder:

LOUD's Building Sample recovery, Interview by Rachel Doherty

Global GreenTag interview with Louise Dobson Trease

Global Recognition announcement

 

 

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