On Saturday morning there will be two tour options - visiting either civic or residential & art sites. Steendijk Architecture’s Green House, an innovative reworking of an historic Queenslander, will form part of the latter.

Green House is by name and by nature a finely resolved balancing act.  Longevity was front of mind; the building should endure for at least another century. There is a long-term strategy for the site, and in concert the spaces were designed to be flexible and adaptable, with materials and finishes chosen for their low-maintenance and robustness.

On Thursday afternoon, Malcolm Middleton OAM LFRAIA, Board Chair of Brisbane Open House and former Queensland Government Architect will host an immersive exploration of Fish Lane, one of Brisbane’s most dynamic urban precincts. This guided tour offers a rare opportunity to uncover the stories behind its evolution—from a once-forgotten laneway to a thriving cultural hub brimming with creativity, energy, and character.

The tour will set off from the Glasshouse Theatre, taking in Brisbane’s new bus station and Whale Mall. In Fish Lane, visitors will discover striking murals, innovative public art, and the architectural transformations that have shaped its identity, learning how Fish Lane has become a canvas for artistic expression, a gathering place for the community, and a shining example of Brisbane’s evolving urban landscape.