Melbourne Design Week: Meeting the Challenge of Creating Homes of the Future, Today

Hosted by Design Matters National as part of Melbourne Design Week 2025, this event will showcase the groundbreaking work of participants in the True Zero Carbon Challenge—a competition where designers were tasked with creating homes that produce more energy than they consume, while accounting for embodied carbon and offsetting their full carbon footprint by 2050.

Jeremy Spencer, the driving force behind the Challenge, will lead a discussion alongside some of the standout participants, providing an in-depth look at their innovative designs, the challenges they faced, and the solutions they developed. Through real-world case studies and interactive discussions, attendees will gain insight into the future of net-zero housing and the role of smart design in reducing environmental impact.

This event is not just for industry professionals but for anyone interested in the future of sustainable housing. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with experts, learn about cutting-edge building techniques, and discover how design can shape a healthier, more resilient world.

Join the conversation and take the first step towards a True Zero Carbon future.

This event is part of Melbourne Design Week 2025, running 15–25 May. Explore the full program at designweek.melbourne

Melbourne Design Week is an initiative of the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria.

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