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Resilient design showcased in Open House 2025

A treehouse-inspired home, a reimagined railway shed and lush landscaped gardens are among the highlights of a vibrant program showcasing the Sunshine Coast’s most fascinating buildings and gardens.

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Sunshine Coast Open House 2025 opens to the public from October 10 to 19.

You are invited to explore the spaces that shape our region, while celebrating buildings that adapt to climate, honour heritage and inspire community.

The festival culminates in the main Open House weekend on October 18 and 19, offering rare access to more than 30 properties.

This year’s theme, “resilience”, runs through every element of the program from heritage walks and garden tours to new builds that showcase sustainable design and local character.

L-R: Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie, Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli, Queensland Governor, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM and Sunshine Coast Open House Chair Magdy Youssef. 

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said the event was a celebration of the region’s unique identity and design legacy.

“From historic treasures that tell the stories of our past, to bold new buildings shaping our future, Sunshine Coast Open House is a celebration of the places that make the Sunshine Coast unique,” Mayor Natoli said.

“Resilience isn’t just a theme. It reflects how our buildings, communities and landscapes continue to evolve with care, creativity and purpose.

“This special weekend is an invitation to step inside some of the most intriguing, beautiful and surprising spaces across our region.”

Discover the region’s architectural gems

The 2025 program features a diverse mix of heritage icons, landscaped gardens, contemporary homes and public infrastructure. Highlights include:

  • Moffat Morphing, a fabulous example of indoor-outdoor living
  • Wallumburn, a resilient renovation nestled in the hinterland
  • Saltair Modular Display Village, showcasing sustainable design for modern living
  • Mundai Dja a new build that blends cultural storytelling with climate-conscious architecture
  • The Shed, a historic railway shed at Palmwoods reimagined for commercial use
  • Majestic Theatre Pomona, Australia’s longest-running silent movie theatre
  • Wheelhouse on Bradman, a quaint riverfront boathouse
  • Koongalba, Fairview, and Bankfoot House, offering glimpses into the region’s rich heritage.

Events that celebrate community and creativity

Beyond building tours, Sunshine Coast Open House offers a vibrant calendar of events:

  • Walking Tours: explore the streetscapes of Eumundi, Moffat Beach and more
  • Urban Sketching: capture the charm of Pomona and Nambour’s heritage pubs with guided sketching sessions
  • Library Talks: hear stories of design, history and resilience from local experts
  • Ask an Architect: meet professionals and get advice on your own design ideas
  • Compass Farm Open Day: discover inclusive design and community-led spaces
  • What is Home: a community event exploring how we live, build and belong.

Heritage pubs and storied past

Scattered across the region from Beerwah in the south to Kin Kin in the north, 16 historic pubs invite you to experience their storied past. These grand old watering holes, once the lifeblood of every country town, still stand as proud beacons of history and design. Pick up a map from local libraries, Council offices or the pubs themselves and plan a day trip or weekend adventure through the Sunshine Coast’s heritage hospitality. 

A community-led celebration

The passionate Sunshine Coast Open House Committee continues to work with Councils, local businesses and industry to deliver this free, community-led event.

Sunshine Coast Open House is part of the Open House Worldwide network, founded by Open House London in 1992 and now held in more than 60 cities around the world.

The 2025 Sunshine Coast Open House program was officially launched by Queensland Governor, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM at Maroochy Bushland Botanic Garden on Tuesday, September 30.

Bookings for building tours and events are open by visiting  www.sunshinecoastopenhouse.com.au.

Whether you're a design enthusiast, history buff or curious local, Sunshine Coast Open House offers something for everyone. 

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