Posts Tagged ‘architecture’
Earthship Biotecture Seminar Melbourne: “Sustainable Autonomy for Everyone” S.A.F.E.
Posted in Events, Models, Movements by Kate Archdeacon on January 11th, 2012
| 17 February , 2012 10:00 am | to | 20 February , 2012 3:00 pm |
An Earthship is a radically sustainable home made of recycled materials.
This three day Earthship Biotecture Seminar will be led by Earthship creator Michael Reynolds and cover a wide range of Earthship topics both pragmatic and philosophical.
Guest appearance and presentation by Martin Freney, PhD Candidate School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design University of Adelaide. Martin Freney will present scientific data to substantiate Earthship performance. Attendees achieve credit toward the Australian Earthship Biotecture Academy.
February 17th, 18, 19th, – 2012 Village Roadshow Theatrette @ State Library of Victoria
Tickets: http://earthship.com/australia
Limited seating available. Advance purchase recommended.
15 Student discount tickets available – $300 each.
Friday February 17th
- 10:00am – 12:00pm History of Earthships discussion/presentation of how and why they evolved.
- 2:00pm – 5:00pm Solar/Thermal dynamics: discussion/presentation of how the Earthships heat and cool themselves and how this is integrated with the structure and climate.
Saturday February 18th
- 10:00am – 12:00pm Custom Earthships: discussion/presentation on custom Earthships and how to design them.
- 2:00pm – 5:00pm Earthship Systems: discussion/presentation of specific details of the Earthship Systems independent power, water, sewage and food production.
Sunday February 19th
- 10:00am – 12:30pm Earthship Disaster Relief projects around the world discussion/presentation of how Earthships are evolved by? these projects.
- 1:00pm – 3:00pm Types of Earthships – discussion/presentation of the various types of Earthships and how to get started on your own.
earthship.com/australia
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Vision Sunshine 2032: VEIL Exhibition
Posted in Events, Visions by Kate Archdeacon on December 2nd, 2011
| 6 December , 2011 10:00 am | to | 11 December , 2011 5:00 pm |
This exhibition is being hosted by the Victorian Eco Innovation Lab (VEIL). It includes work from University of Melbourne Architecture and Landscape Architecture studios envisioning a sustainable future for Sunshine, as well as a selection of student works from previous studios as part of VEIL’s Eco-Acupuncture studio program 2009-2011.
The exhibition will be launched by Professor Thomas Kvan, Dean, Faculty of Architecture Building and Planning, University of Melbourne.
6 – 11 December
Shop 51, Sunshine Plaza Shopping Centre
324-328 Hampshire Rd
Sunshine
The exhibition is easy to get to via public transport. Download a map.
Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-5pm.
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Sustainable Melbourne is a VEIL project.
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Outcomes from a Churchill Fellow on Green Roofs and Sustainability
Posted in Research by Rob Eales on January 13th, 2009
Melbourne resident and Victorian Coordinator of Green Roofs Australia, Ben Nicholson was selected as a 2008 Churchill Fellow, an Australian Trust established in 1965 whose principal object is to perpetuate and honour the memory of Sir Winston Churchill by the award of Travelling Fellowships known as Churchill Fellowships. This award gave Ben an opportunity to pursue his interest in green roofs and sustainability, as he was able to spend two months visiting green roofs and walls and meeting with the pioneers in this emerging eco-industry around the world.
A copy of Ben’s report is attached for your information. The report is a short read of 12 pages, but if you have limited time, go straight to the Executive Summary for the key points.
Ben strongly encourages anyone with an interest in contributing to Australias future to consider applying for a Churchill Fellowship. It is truly a life-changing experience! For more information about the Churchill Fellowships click here.
Living Your Architecture – the greening of your dream home
Posted in Events by Ferne Edwards on November 18th, 2008
What: 1 day introductory workshop
When: 10.30am – 5.30pm, Sunday November 30th
Where: Cnr. Herbert and Blessington Streets, St Kilda Botanical Gardens, Melbourne, Victoria
Cost: $90* Couples $160* – *$10 Early Bird discount if booked before November 15th
Booking/further details
Web: livingarchitecturecentre.com Phone: 03 9005 5833 eMail: livingarchitecture @eircom.net