WELL at the Thomas Dixon Centre
Queensland Ballet is the first performing arts organisation in the world to become WELL Certified™ at the highest, Platinum level, for its home the Thomas Dixon Centre.
The International WELL Building Standard (WELL) is a world-renowned, standard-setting, innovative building, and operational model, backed by the latest scientific research. WELL is leading a global movement to elevate human health and comfort to the forefront of building practices and reinvent buildings that are not only better for the planet, but for the people.
Heritage meets Innovoation
The WELL Building Standard is an evidence-based, certification system that marries best practices in design and construction with policy and operational strategies. It is founded on the understanding that facets of our environment interact with personal, genetic, and behavioural factors to shape overall health and wellbeing. WELL is designed to comprehensively cover various needs of the occupants, ensuring a wholesome environment to thrive in.
The redevelopment of the Thomas Dixon Centre involved a complex restoration of the heritage-listed building, adaptive re-use of its spaces, and the addition of contemporary new facilities. All the works have been completed with the adherence to the highest standards required by the International WELL Building Standard, implemented from the early stages of the built and verified by a third party. The Thomas Dixon Centre earned its distinction based on ten concepts — Air, Water, Light, Nourishment, Movement, Thermal Performance, Sound, Materials, Mind and Community.
The achievement of WELL Certification™ at the Platinum level is a result of relentless dedication of many visionaries and partners, demonstrating our commitment to the wellbeing of all those who interact with the Thomas Dixon Centre – artists, arts workers, arts students, participants in our dance health programs, and our wider community.
Learn more about the implementation of the WELL strategies at the Thomas Dixon Centre below.
Discover the
Thomas Dixon Centre
Take a guided tour through the revitalised Thomas Dixon Centre, rich in history, art and creativity.
