Beyond Zero - An Architect's Approach

Using the innovative new mass timber structure ‘Eternity Life Residential’ as a case study, award-winning architect Theodore Kerlidis will explore the practice of ‘Beyond Zero’ – an architectural approach centred around context, materiality, building operation, end user, and future proofing. The shift to green technologies and materials is paving the way for the future of sustainable development that will enable the concept of ‘green’ to go beyond buildings to how we create liveable, sustainable communities and cities.

This product includes:

Access to the full webinar recording.

Access to a multiple choice quiz Which upon completion with a passing grade you will receive a Certificate of Completion, endorsed by the WoodSolutions program to be eligible for 1 formal CPD point.

Please check your association's specific requirements for CPD points and eligibility. Refunds will not be accepted for denied CPD points.

Celebrating the ecology of the land, and using nature to shape the design, Eternity Life is multi-faceted and formidable building comprised of 61 apartments. With a gross floor area of 8,315m2 Eternity Life utilises a mass timber superstructure built entirely from upcycled timber. In addition, the building is entirely enveloped with timber panels crafted from beautiful, locally sourced recycled durable blackbutt. Importantly, timber has less embodied energy than other alternative construction materials such as steel, and concrete and contributes to the overarching eco-centric philosophy of this ground-breaking project. The project is ‘Land for Wildlife’ approved, and the adoption of ESD principles contribute to lower operating costs for residents and the achievement of an impressive 7.3-star NatHERS rating.