Located at an elevation overlooking the CERES site the Centre will include four architecturally designed buildings that open onto central piazzas, an amphitheatre and landscaped gardens and paths.
Stage One of this exciting project is already complete and includes:
- A Visitor Centre
- Permaculture and Bushfood Nursery
- Staff Office Spaces
Construction is about to commence on Stage Two and Three of the Centre which will include:
- A Performing Arts Hall An exciting multi functional and versatile space for arts performances, music, theatre, dance, film, festivals, events and more!
- Organic Restaurant and Bar Serving delicious organic fare, the restaurant will have beautiful views across the Merri Creek Valley and provide indoor and outdoor seating.
- Community Kitchen
- Over 15 workshop and meeting spaces dedicated to community and volunteer use.
Check out all the latest news and developments of the Stage Two and Three construction here Latest News
The CERES Centre will be a leading Australian example of ecological best practice building design, and collaborative community processes. Our vision is for CERES Centre to be a national beacon of social and ecological capital; a prominent Australian and international example of innovative solutions to one of the most pressing issues of our time-Climate Change. At every step of the design and construction process we are aiming to minimise the Centres’ carbon footprint and strive towards a Zero Emission building.
CERES Centre will be:
- an example of what a sustainable future looks like; a future that is compelling, vibrant and fun, a vision that inspires people to join in.
- a place for empowering disadvantaged people.
- an inclusive forum for business, government and community sectors to turn ideas into practical solutions for sustainable and socially equitable living.
- a think tank and sector for leadership and creativity in sustainability research, innovation and practice.
- a centre that integrates and explores ecological, social and cultural ideas and provides for these to be linked with the 'real, vibrant life' happening on the CERES site.
- a place to learn how to reduce our ecological footprint - locally and globally through community resource sharing, through continuation of the established CERES education and training programs.
- a green building - a leading Australian example of ecological best practice building, design and collaborative community processes. A development that places hundreds of cutting edge and affordable building ideas in front of each visitor.
- a place for celebrating successes and 'singing up solutions' through the arts, festivals and cultural community gatherings.
- a place which assists developing countries in sustainable practices, particularly in the face of climate change and its effect on the world's poorest.
