Summerhill Village in Victoria, Australia, showcases the power of co-operative housing to deliver more than just a roof over your head – it builds community, dignity, and long-term security.
Developed by United Housing Co-operative ltd. in partnership with the Lions Clubs International of Footscray and supported by Homes Victoria’s Big Housing Build, Summerhill Village is purpose-built to support older women to live independently and age in place as part of a supportive community.
What makes it distinctly co-operative?
🔹 Residents are members, with a say in how their community operates
🔹 Shared rights, responsibilities, and connection underpin daily life
🔹 Co-operative principles guide everything, from governance to gardening
Thoughtfully designed by TANDEM design studio, this medium-density complex proves that co-operative housing can be sustainable, inclusive, and architecturally inspiring.
Join the tour to hear directly from the United Housing Co-op and the project team and see how co-ops are shaping the future of affordable housing in Australia.