RMIT Design Hub
Melbourne, Victoria
The RMIT Design Hub, located in the heart of Melbourne, is a landmark facility dedicated to fostering innovation, creativity, and research in design. Developed by RMIT University, this award-winning building, designed by renowned architects Sean Godsell and Peddle Thorp Architects, serves as a collaborative space for design researchers, industry partners, students, and the public to engage in cutting-edge projects that address contemporary challenges in design and urban living.
Key features of the Design Hub include flexible, modular studio spaces, advanced research labs, exhibition areas, and multipurpose workshop facilities, all designed to support experimentation across a range of design disciplines. A distinctive element of the building is its innovative double-skin facade, composed of 17,000 sandblasted glass disks that contribute to its unique aesthetic while allowing natural light to filter through and providing passive solar shading. This sustainable design not only reduces energy consumption but also transforms the building’s appearance based on light conditions, embodying the dynamic nature of design.
The RMIT Design Hub stands as a vibrant, adaptive centre that encourages exploration and collaboration among Melbourne’s design community. It is both a workspace and a public venue, hosting exhibitions, events, and workshops that invite the broader community to engage with the future of design. This inspiring environment fosters RMIT’s commitment to pushing boundaries in design education and research, while also serving as a sustainable model of architectural excellence in Melbourne.
Project Team
Peddle Thorp acknowledges and pays respect to the inspiration, wisdom and story of Country and the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land. We extend that respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.
