Australia’s Former Electricity Substations Are Being Turned Into Homes
Summary
Decommissioned electricity substations in Australia are being bought and converted into residential properties as buyers hunt for scarce, distinctive housing. These industrial sites are being refurbished into high-end homes that preserve parts of their original structure while meeting modern living standards.
Why it matters
It signals how deep the housing shortage is and how far the market is stretching to create supply in desirable areas.