Sustainability

Across all our projects, the MRA works to conserve important sites; recycle materials, recognise European and local indigenous heritage; restore, enhance and protect the environment, develop living and employment opportunities and build a sense of community.

Designing, building and living in a sustainable way is internationally recognised as vital to the longevity and success of communities. We want to lead the way in Australia, demonstrating that doing things differently (and sustainably) can be achieved without compromising economic viability.

Our holistic philosophy towards sustainability is shown in our triple-bottom-line approach to all our redevelopments. This means that the wider economic, environmental and social responsibilities of each project are at the forefront of planning and checked against during all development stages.

Case Study 1: Claisebrook Village

During the redevelopment of Claisebrook Village, important sites were conserved and a number of public artworks were constructed using recycled materials. Recognising local Indigenous heritage and the environmental rehabilitation of the Gasworks site were also major elements of the project.

Case Study 2: Riverside

The entire Riverside project reflects sustainable planning, the Waterbank Precinct in particular is a great example of regeneration and reuse. It includes a section of reclaimed river that still gets flooded with an old 60-70 metre deep channel that flows through to the Barrack Street foreshore. To capitalise on these features, planning for the precinct includes innovative water reuse, energy savings and waste disposal.

Case Study 3: The Workshops

Sustainability is embedded in the entire rejuvenation of the Midland Workshops site. The Workshops has embraced and protected its cultural heritage and is rapidly reviving its traditional reputation as a user and instigator of innovation and new technologies. The Midland Atelier Solar Power installation is the first of five solar projects forming part of the Perth Solar City project. Other initiatives include water reuse systems, recycling, employment attraction and the sourcing of local goods and services.

Case Study 4: Subiaco Square

Based on Transit Oriented Development (TOD) principles, Subiaco Square has delivered mixed use developments with a range of social, economic and environmental benefits. The sinking of the Subiaco rail line and the creation of an underground railway station paved the way for the Subiaco Square redevelopment which has expanded the local economy through increased visitation to businesses in and around the Square, provided new employment opportunities and attracted new residents to the area.

Case Study 5: Perth City Link

This project will see significant new employment opportunities in the short, medium and long-term during construction and then ongoing employment opportunities will emerge as each areas is developed and new commercial operations open. Improved public transport infrastructure will introduce new residents, workers and special event crowds to the area promoting the use of public transport and supporting efficient resource use.

Case Study 6: Wungong Urban Water

Wungong Urban Water has been planned as a demonstration project for best practice water management. It is a major redevelopment initiative in the Armadale region that will provide an enviable living environment for up to 40,000 people. It represents a large scale land supply of mixed residential product with supporting retail use and integrated open space areas in a dormant corridor of the Perth Metropolitan Area. The Master Plan incorporates natural resource management, water sensitive urban design and energy-efficient housing.

Case Study 7: East Perth Power Station

The East Perth Power Station is one of the most significant heritage buildings in Western Australia and represents an important part of the State's industrial history. While plans are developed for its adaptive reuse, remedial works have been undertaken to preserve the shell and structure of the buildings.

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