Thomas Keel is a lecturer at Deakin University with a strong passion for sustainable and liveable urban development. He applies taught theories to his work as a practitioner, currently building an 8.2 star home within an 'eco village' on a coastal site. Thomas has an interest in city evolution and how building forms combine to create better living and working environments. He has chaired and contributed to discussion groups focused on city planning, led heritage preservation campaigns, and hosts a discussion series on contemporary property topics. Thomas' education includes a Pilot Licence, Graduate Certificate of Higher Education, MBA, and a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing.