Housing: We know how to design good and economic housing – What stops us? BOH 2024 Speaker Series

An insightful panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities in designing affordable, high-quality housing. Despite knowing how to create economic and well-designed homes, there are barriers that prevent these solutions from becoming widespread. Our expert panelists shared their experiences and ideas on how we can overcome these obstacles to build better housing for all.

Antony Moulis, Associate Professor and Deputy Head at the University of Queensland's School of Architecture, Design and Planning led the discussion. He focuses on urban design innovation, productive cities, and retrofitting. He co-authored books on urban strategies and architecture, co-designed award-winning projects, and critically comments on modern architecture.

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Tessa Leggo is a Registered Landscape Architect specializing in landscape and urban design for public spaces, infrastructure, and residential areas. She focuses on integrating major projects into urban environments. As Queensland Chapter President for the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects, she advocates for 'Green Pathways, Gold Places' with AILA, AIA, PIA, and DIA.

Aaron Peters is a director of Vokes and Peters, a Brisbane‐based architecture practice focusing on housing, public buildings and city making.

Rebecca Caldwell's Maytree Studios emphasizes a "humans first, architects second" approach. Her "build small, build well" ethos makes architecture accessible, while an employee co-ownership model values her team. Over 12+ years, Rebecca has grown Maytree sustainably, focusing on good practice management and genuine client connections alongside quality design.

Please see our full 2024 Speaker Series program at Brisbane Open House here: https://brisbaneopenhouse.com.au/what...