Sustainable House Day Returns — Sunday 17 May 2026

Sustainable House Day is back in 2026, and we can’t wait to open the doors again. On Sunday 17 May 2026, households right across Australia will welcome visitors into their homes to share how they’re creating spaces that are comfortable, affordable to run, and climate-ready.

From clever retrofits in suburban streets to off-grid bush homes and everything in between, Sustainable House Day is your chance to see what’s possible — and learn directly from the people who designed, built, or live in these homes. It’s real stories, real solutions, and neighbours inspiring neighbours.

In 2025, more than 160 homes took part and thousands of people joined in-person and online. Next year will be even bigger — with more open homes, local events, webinars, expert advice and community-led ideas to help you take action in your own place.

Be the first to know

Home registrations, ticket sales and event updates will be announced soon.
If you want early access, behind-the-scenes news, or you’re thinking about opening your home, hosting an event or partnering with us — sign up and we’ll keep you in the loop.

Join the mailing list to get updates straight to your inbox.

Sustainable House Day Returns — Sunday 17 May 2026

Sustainable House Day is back in 2026, and we can’t wait to open the doors again. On Sunday 17 May 2026, households right across Australia will welcome visitors into their homes to share how they’re creating spaces that are comfortable, affordable to run, and climate-ready.

From clever retrofits in suburban streets to off-grid bush homes and everything in between, Sustainable House Day is your chance to see what’s possible — and learn directly from the people who designed, built, or live in these homes. It’s real stories, real solutions, and neighbours inspiring neighbours.

In 2025, more than 160 homes took part and thousands of people joined in-person and online. Next year will be even bigger — with more open homes, local events, webinars, expert advice and community-led ideas to help you take action in your own place.

Be the first to know

Home registrations, ticket sales and event updates will be announced soon.
If you want early access, behind-the-scenes news, or you’re thinking about opening your home, hosting an event or partnering with us — sign up and we’ll keep you in the loop.

Join the mailing list to get updates straight to your inbox.

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In 2025, over 230 homes were featured with more than 150 available for in-person tours. From passive design to all-electric retrofits, each home told a story of resilience, creativity, and commitment to a sustainable future. Whether or not you visited open homes this year, you can still explore all of the home profiles online.

Explore Sustainable House Day 2025 Featured Homes →

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In 2025, over 230 homes were featured with more than 150 available for in-person tours. From passive design to all-electric retrofits, each home told a story of resilience, creativity, and commitment to a sustainable future. Whether or not you visited open homes this year, you can still explore all of the home profiles online.

Explore Sustainable House Day 2025 Featured Homes →

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Check out the Sustainable House Day feature in Sanctuary Issue 70. This article showcases a selection of homes that exemplify cutting-edge sustainable design, providing insights into the innovative features and eco-friendly solutions homeowners have implemented. Read the article to get inspired!

Read the Sanctuary Article →

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Check out the Sustainable House Day feature in Sanctuary Issue 70. This article showcases a selection of homes that exemplify cutting-edge sustainable design, providing insights into the innovative features and eco-friendly solutions homeowners have implemented. Read the article to get inspired!

Read the Sanctuary Article →

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Become a Sustainable House Day supporter today!

Do you love Sustainable House Day as much as we do? Your donation will help us make this unique community event even stronger. 

Renew is a small not-for-profit organisation. We rely on the donations of generous people like you to run this event and others like it.  Your donation will help more Australian get the support THEY need to make their own homes healthier, more comfortable, energy efficient and cheaper to run.

Donate now →

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Become a Sustainable House Day supporter today!

Do you love Sustainable House Day as much as we do? Your donation will help us make this unique community event even stronger. 

Renew is a small not-for-profit organisation. We rely on the donations of generous people like you to run this event and others like it.  Your donation will help more Australian get the support THEY need to make their own homes healthier, more comfortable, energy efficient and cheaper to run.

Donate now →

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Sustainable House Day is coordinated by Renew.

Renew is a membership non-profit that has been working to transform Australian homes for climate and energy resilience since 1980. Renew’s early membership newsletters have evolved into Renew and Sanctuary magazines, both great resources for living and building sustainably.

Subscribe today →

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Sustainable House Day is coordinated by Renew, a membership non profit that has been working to transform Australian homes for climate and energy resilience since 1980. Renew’s early membership newsletters have evolved into Renew and Sanctuary magazines, both great resources for living and building sustainably.

Subscribe today →