Zac Efron's Australian Estate Project Features Hemp-Based Construction

Zac Efron is embarking on an ambitious sustainable building venture in Australia.

The High School Musical alum, now 38, is partnering with designer Joost Bakker to construct a residence that draws heavily from cannabis plant materials. The project represents a significant exploration into eco-friendly construction methods.

Bakker announced the collaboration in an Instagram post from May, sharing a group photo with Efron and project team members. "Excited to get started on Zac's house! Especially want to thank these two legends @main__frank for working so hard to get this project designed and approved!" the designer wrote.

The property spans 128 hectares—approximately 316 acres—positioned along the Queensland and New South Wales border, according to the Australian Financial Review. Hemp sourced from local farms will comprise the majority of the structure's materials, extending to interior elements including pillows, curtains, and mattresses. The residence will feature six bedrooms alongside a rooftop garden and expansive living quarters.

Bakker has expressed interest in pushing the project's sustainability further, exploring the possibility of manufacturing a hemp-constructed washing machine for the home.

Late in May, Bakker collaborated on an Instagram post with Plant Bord, discussing how agricultural producers could simultaneously generate sustainable building materials. The initiative specifically highlights Efron's involvement in developing kitchen and bathroom joinery components. The construction approach emphasizes eco-friendly boards designed to support environmental restoration through traditional crop rotation methods.