The Centre for Subtropical Design engages with State and local government, peak industry bodies, educational institutions and industry specialists, such as planners, landscape architects and urban designers.
The Centre for Subtropical Design undertakes the following:
researches subtropical ‘best practice’ planning and design
promotes community engagement regarding future urban development in subtropical SEQ
stimulates responses that achieve sustainable, low-energy and low water outcomes
communicates subtropical design initiatives
provides expert advice and design review to our decision makers to achieve the best subtropical design outcomes for the community
Our research seeks to discover ways to improve the design of our homes, workplaces and neighbourhoods and demonstrate how we can work together to save costs and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Our researchers and key staff are available for speaking opportunities. To discuss this opportunity in more depth contact the Centre for Subtropical Design.