ABSTRACT
The attainment of sustainable housing is a growing ambition for all in the construction industry. No society is balanced and sustainable unless housing addresses difficult issues such as social exclusion, crime and employment opportunities as well as the usual priorities of energy and environmental performance. Along with job security and education, housing is central to the public's perception of quality of life. However; since housing is multi-faceted, the attainment of sustainable housing requires teamwork between the professions in the construction industry. Collaboration between architects and planners, between the public and private sectors, between users and providers, designers and contractors is essential if sustainable housing is to become a reality.
