Inclusion is a futuristic concept insofar as it is something for which we are striving, for if it were achieved, no discussion would be needed. Inclusion, as a future-focused endeavor, conveniently allows the legacies of the past to be ignored and prevents us from achieving inclusiveness today. In addition, the interchangeable use of various terms, such as accessible, adaptable and universal, restricts our capacity to achieve inclusion and potentially hinders useful academic debate and effective practical application. The reflections in this paper are the result of work to identify the key factors preventing Australian construction industry professionals from supplying more inclusively designed housing stock.