John Ball Zoo’s upcoming pygmy hippo habitat will feature the most rigorous sustainability standards in the building industry. The exhibit is scheduled to open this spring.
This project, designed by DesignInc Melbourne, was one of four finalists in the Public Building category of the 2022 Sustainability Awards, and went on to win the prestigious award.
Jarrod Reedie
The DesignInc Architects-designed Glenroy Community Hub has its sights set on achieving Passive House and Living Building Challenge Petal certifications upon completion later this year, in what will be a first for Australian community centres.
The $30m project was conceived with community consultation in mind, with Moreland City Council holding aspirations for the building to pursue the certifications, that reflect the Council s and community’s shared commitment to sustainable design.
The certifications measure environmental performance, but also factor in high comfort standards to ensure the health, happiness and wellbeing of visitors.
Stephen Webb, DesignInc Director, says the design echoes a lot of biophilic and sustainable design qualities.