Eco-Cubby is a workshop program for children that places architects and designers in schools and communities to promote the concept of sustainable design. Through the development of an Eco-Cubby, children engage in challenging dialogue to learn about, build awareness of and take action for sustainable living.

Schools and communities work with a local architect/designer and Project Coordinator in the development of an Eco-Cubby project for their community. Each project is unique, but all focus on the process, identification and understanding of issues raised through the development of a sustainable living environment.

Documentation of the thought and design process, along with Eco-Cubby scale models, will be exhibited each year, including at the Sustainable Living Festival (Melbourne) and other locations across Victoria. These exhibitions offer the chance for participants’ outcomes to inform other children about sustainable living principles.

This program initiative presents an exciting opportunity for young people to explore sustainable living, not only through discussion, but also in design and model building. It is the first time the City of Melbourne and Regional Arts Victoria have engaged with architects/designers to work directly with young people, and offers communities across the State the chance to work together and share their Eco-Cubby ideas.