Dezeen School Shows: a project proposing alternative uses for geologically disturbed sites in Australia is included in this school show by students at the University of Melbourne.
Also included is a scheme that creates new uses for decommissioned telephone exchanges, as well as a residential complex in Tokyo that is catered towards people living socially withdrawn lifestyles.

University of Melbourne
Institution: University of Melbourne

School: Melbourne School of Design

Course: Master of Architecture

Tutors: Alan Pert, Ben Lau, Emilio Fuscaldo, Helen Walter, Rory Hyde and Stuart Harrison
School statement:
"The Melbourne School of Design addresses shared societal and systemic challenges to inspire our graduates to imagine and create sustainable, inclusive, healthy and vibrant futures for Australia and the world. "The Master of Architecture is built on collaborative studio programmes integrating industry partners and research that enables students to explore new materials and technologies that address the contemporary challenges of the 21st century.
"Studios cover architectural design in creative invention, integrating aesthetic, technological, programmatic, environmental and social issues.
"Through this practice, we acknowledge the role of digital architecture, history and conservation, practice and sustainability, as well as society and culture.
"There is an emphasis on engaging with real-world environments that teach our graduates to actively ...