Achieving circular outcomes requires more than good intentions – it demands clear strategies, informed decision-making, and a commitment embedded from the very beginning of a project.

This short course offers a practical, grounded exploration of how to move from ambition to action. Drawing on project examples and  initiatives, the session unpacks how circular strategies are identified, prioritised, and successfully implemented across the full project lifecycle from concept through to operation and end-of-life.

With a focus on design intent, waste and material use participants will learn how to apply circular principles in ways that are both achievable and impactful. The course also addresses the complexities of stakeholder engagement, cost considerations, and whole-of-life thinking, equipping attendees with the tools to make confident, informed decisions.

What you’ll learn:

Core circular design principles and practical pathways to implementation  

How to identify, assess, and prioritise circular strategies within projects  

The role of stakeholders and effective decision-making frameworks  

Approaches to whole-of-life costing and carbon assessment  

Insights and lessons from leading circular projects and fitouts

Who is it for:

This session is ideal for professionals seeking to translate circularity from concept into measurable outcomes, while navigating the constraints of design, delivery, and operations.  
 

Our speakers:

Karolina Bäckman Faulkner, Associate, Circular Design Specialist, 3XN  

Clayton Bristow, Managing Director, FF&3  

Tom Dean, Director, Carbon Planning, Slattery

Sophie Kebbell, Senior Interior Designer, Hassell

Dr. Jim Goddin, Head of Circular Economy, thinkstep-anz

Renae Tapley, Founder, Future Materials & Perth Studio Director, Foolscap

Lucy Borota, Senior Consultant, Circular Economy and Waste Advisory, Arcadis Australia Pacific

Katherine Featherstone, Senior Manager –  Products and Materials, Green Building Council of Australia 

This masterclass was recorded in June 2026. The session runs for three hours including discussion groups and breaks. Discussion groups and group work are not included in the recording.