Floats

Sustainable Design, Building Design,
Edithvale Discovery Center, Australia

The Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands are the last remnants of the once extensive Carrum-Carrum Swamp and support very rich biodiversity including bird species and populations of international importance. They comprise two separate wetlands: Edithvale and Seaford. Both are similar in morphology and ecological characteristics and both have been subject to an extensive program of rehabilitation and active hydrological management by Melbourne Water. They are of great significance as examples of the cost-effective management of wetlands in an urban setting to provide conservation benefits, manage stormwater, and for environmental research and education.
The client Melbourne water has planed to develop the Edithvale wetland as an education centre at the car park, along the two lane Edithvale Road. The concept plan also considers protection of the site’s wildlife values and sustainable design building layout. Edithvale Wetlands is approximately 103 hectares. The plan demonstrates the use of sustainable materials, sustainable technology and sustainability practices to visitors.