Why This Matters

These credentials form the foundation of every course Annie creates. Whether she’s teaching architects, builders, designers, or health-conscious homeowners, her approach is grounded in internationally recognised, science-based training - not trends or greenwashing. With deep expertise in Building Biology and Building Science, Annie translates complex concepts into clear, practical strategies that can be directly applied to real-world projects.

Her mission is to raise the standard across the industry - empowering professionals to build and design homes that genuinely support human health and wellbeing. This commitment is also reflected in her leadership of The Transparency Movement, an industry-wide initiative advocating for full ingredient disclosure in building materials. Through her courses and advocacy, Annie is helping shift the built environment toward greater integrity, safety, and long-term sustainability.

A Building Biologist is a qualified environmental health professional trained to identify and address health hazards in the built environment - homes, schools, workplaces, and care facilities. Building Biologists assess how building materials, design, construction practices, and everyday household exposures may be impacting your health.

From mould, moisture, and ventilation issues to electromagnetic fields (EMFs), indoor air pollution, allergens, and toxic building materials, Building Biologists take a science-backed, holistic approach to creating healthier indoor environments.

Those who hold an Advanced Diploma in Building Biology have completed over 1,800 hours of government-accredited training - the first and only course of its kind in Australia. Delivered by the Australian College of Environmental Studies, this rigorous qualification prepares graduates to work at the highest level across residential and small-scale commercial settings.

Certified Building Biologists are trained in:

• Mould and moisture investigations

• Electromagnetic field (EMF) assessments

• Indoor air quality testing (particulates, VOCs, gases)

• Chemical, allergen, and dust contaminant assessments

• Healthy material specification and renovation advice

• Best-practice remediation guidance

With specialised knowledge in building science, environmental medicine, and low-tox living, Building Biologists play a critical role in helping individuals and families recover from building-related illnesses and prevent future exposure. Their assessments are grounded in both modern environmental testing techniques and the 25 Guiding Principles of Building Biology, developed to protect and support long-term human and ecological health.

Annie also holds dual international certifications in Building Biology. The Building Biology New Build Consultant (BBNC) certification from the Building Biology Institute (USA) involves approximately 350–400 hours of study and fieldwork, focusing on building science, EMFs, moisture control, indoor air quality, and healthy material selection for new builds and renovations. Annie is also completing the Building Biology Consultant (BBE) certification from the Institut für Baubiologie + Nachhaltigkeit (IBN) in Germany, a rigorous 900 - 1,000 hour program completed over 18–24 months. This advanced course covers 25 in-depth modules on the science of healthy building, sustainable materials, ecological design, and occupant health.

Together, these global credentials reflect Annie’s commitment to the highest standards in health-focused building design.