Hear about the pros and cons of building with hemp, the build process and what it’s like living in a hemp home. Matt will also talk about other sustainable features of their home and provide an optional tour of the garden and orchard.

• 2pm-3pm 15 Nov (Fri)

• 10am-11am and 2-3pm 16 Nov (Sat)

• 11am-12pm 17 Nov (Sun)

Admission $5, including organic juice tasting. Spaces limited, please register here.

Kahu glen  

Owners: Matt Low and Melissa Burleigh-Low

Size: 172 sqm

Key features:

• Hempcrete external walls, bamboo panelling, timber joinery

• Solar panels and wetback wood burner

• Composting toilet system

• Passive temperature regulation through thermal mass

• Water systems: grey/black, collection & treatment

Kahu Glen is also on the Sustainable Farms Trails for their organic feijoa orchard.