Straithouse by EME Design
Sustainable House Day provides the opportunity to explore some of Australia’s most unique and inspiring homes, and learn from the people who designed them, built them, and live in them.
Sustainable House Day provides the opportunity to explore some of Australia’s most unique and inspiring homes, and learn from the people who designed them, built them, and live in them.
This time around, we’re doing SHD a bit differently, with an expanded events program that will reach more people on a wider range of topics taking place over the coming months, before the big day on 19th March 2023.
This time around, we’re doing SHD a bit differently, with an expanded events program that will reach more people on a wider range of topics.
Extension Sessions: Week One
From Concept to Design
Achieving a sustainable home begins with the fundamental decisions we make around how we design and build it. Week 1 of the Sustainable House Day Extension Session program will explore this topic and explain what you need to know to get started on your sustainable build or renovation.
There are different ways that you can book tickets for these sessions. You can book for each session individually, and we have a number of free tickets available for those experiencing financial difficulty. You can also buy an SHD Extension Session Pass, giving you access to all sessions as a discounted price.
SHD EXTENSION SESSION
ONLINE, Tue 21st Mar 2023, 6:30 pm – 8/8:30pm AEDT
$10 Full Price or discounted as part of an SHD Extension Session Pass
SHD EXTENSION SESSION
ONLINE, Thu 23rd Mar 2023, 6:30 pm – 8/8:30pm AEDT
$10 Full Price or discounted as part of an SHD Extension Session Pass
Extension Sessions: Week Two
Building Materials
As we aim to reduce our impact on the earth, the materials we use to build our homes are as important as our designs. The wrong material can not only contribute to pollution or deforestation, it can also undermine your home’s performance. Week 2 of the Sustainable House Day Extension Session program is all about building materials and materials.
There are different ways that you can book tickets for these sessions. You can book for each session individually, and we have a number of free tickets available for those experiencing financial difficulty. You can also buy an SHD Extension Session Pass, giving you access to all sessions as a discounted price.
SHD EXTENSION SESSION
ONLINE, Tue 28th Mar 2023, 6:30 pm – 8/8:30pm AEDT
$10 Full Price or discounted as part of an SHD Extension Session Pass
SHD EXTENSION SESSION
ONLINE, Thu 30th Mar 2023, 6:30 pm – 8/8:30pm AEDT
$10 Full Price or discounted as part of an SHD Extension Session Pass
Extension Sessions: Week Three
Sustainable Heating and Cooling
Heating and cooling a home is often expensive and carbon intensive — but, it doesn’t have to be. In week 4 of the Sustainable House Day Extension Session program we will explore how to maximise the thermal comfort of your home, making it cheaper and more efficient.
There are different ways that you can book tickets for these sessions. You can book for each session individually, and we have a number of free tickets available for those experiencing financial difficulty. You can also buy an SHD Extension Session Pass, giving you access to all sessions as a discounted price.
SHD EXTENSION SESSION
ONLINE, Tue 4th Apr 2023, 6:30 pm – 8/8:30pm AEST
$10 Full Price or discounted as part of an SHD Extension Session Pass
SHD EXTENSION SESSION
ONLINE, Thu 6th Apr 2023, 6:30 pm – 8/8:30pm AEST
$10 Full Price or discounted as part of an SHD Extension Session Pass
Extension Sessions: Week Four
Technology for Sustainability
At Renew, we have offering expert advice in sustainable technology since the 1980s. In Week 4 of the Sustainable House Day Extension Sessions, we will be celebrating our roots and exploring rooftop solar, residential battery setups, heat pumps, and offering practical solutions for going all-electric.
There are different ways that you can book tickets for these sessions. You can book for each session individually, and we have a number of free tickets available for those experiencing financial difficulty. You can also buy an SHD Extension Session Pass, giving you access to all sessions as a discounted price.
SHD EXTENSION SESSION
ONLINE, Tues 11th Apr 2023, 6:30 pm – 8/8:30pm AEST
$10 Full Price or discounted as part of an SHD Extension Session Pass
SHD EXTENSION SESSION
ONLINE, Thu 13th Apr 2023, 6:30 pm – 8/8:30pm AEST
$10 Full Price or discounted as part of an SHD Extension Session Pass
Explore this year’s featured homes
View sustainability credentials, watch house tour videos, and ask questions of the homeowners. View all 130 participating homes →
We are so grateful for the support of Sustainable House Day sponsors. This project also received grant funding from the Australian Government.
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