Aldinga Arts EcoVillage

The Aldinga Arts EcoVillage, developed on 33 hectares of previously farmed land within the rural area of Aldinga, is 40 minutes south of Adelaide. Sustainable design principles have been used throughout the development. 17 hectares will accommodate 150+dwellings. Through Community Title, purchasers own their plots outright, together with a share in the common land, farm and cultural facilities. Residents are obliged to respect by-laws requiring environmental and social responsibility. Houses must be energy efficient, include solar hot water provision and be served by a 10KL rainwater tank. Purchasers are encouraged to communicate and consult with neighbours prior to building.

16 hectares will accommodate the ‘village farm’, which will eventually be certified organic. The farm includes a treatment plant which recycles waste water for irrigation, lagoons, tree buffers, wood lots, community plots for individuals, and lease arrangements for organic food crops, all developed on Permaculture principles. Further open space allows for village commons, and community gardens and orchards. The farm will also host a Permaculture education centre and native nursery, providing opportunities for volunteers, and horticulture therapies.

All of the road reserves are planted with food bearing trees. The heart of the village design is the Community Facility, which will offer recreational, educational, arts and community activities, ‘plaza’ areas for markets, festivals, displays, performances and celebrations, a restaurant and an interpretive centre. Visitors will be able to participate in community arts, food and social events with an emphasis on the environment, community, the arts, and design innovation.