Home: Evolution of the Australian Dream by Philip Cox, Philip Graus and Bob Meyer
Our homes are the basic elements of our cities. But as Australia continues to grow, we must ask whether current housing models will be sufficient in the future. Can we continue to satisfy the individual? What do we need to change? These questions and more are tackled in Home, which looks at the choices architects, planners and home owners have when it comes to designing for the future. While the book admits we cannot know the extent of future growth, it emphasizes the risk of “doing nothing” for fear of change. Overseas living models, the evolution of our cities and the need for new infrastructure are discussed, accompanied by photos and sketches that help demonstrate the need for action.
Philip Cox, Philip Graus and Bob Meyer (Exisle Publishing, 2011) pp 160, rrp $45.00.
