Five projects embracing the next wave of circular design

Circular design is evolving beyond energy ratings and recycled finishes. Today it encompasses everything from large-scale adaptive reuse to the radical repurposing of existing materials, prioritising what can be retained rather than replaced. Whether reconfiguring heritage buildings, transforming vacant commercial shells or constructing entire interiors from true leftovers, these five projects demonstrate how the next wave of circular design is reshaping architecture across Australia and beyond.