Witchcliffe Main Street
In partnership with the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River, we trialled several tactical urbanism installations in the main street of Witchcliffe. This placemaking and active travel project sought to improve access for people walking and cycling and encouraged people to spend time in the village, whilst retaining and promoting Witchcliffe’s unique character.
This project included:
- The installation of a temporary pedestrian crossing point across Bussell Hwy
- Multiple gabion seating areas throughout the space adjacent to Witchcliffe Hall
- Bespoke bike racks designed and created by a local blacksmith, and
- Festoon lighting throughout the space to allow evening activities.
The Big Bobtail and Nature Play Area
In partnership with the Shire of Carnamah, we developed a family nature play area, featuring ‘Big Bobtail’ climbing logs, as part of a wider program of planned works to develop a Youth Space in Carnamah’s main street.
There was overwhelming support for creating a nature play area to enhance the space, responding to the community’s need for more youth facilities, spaces for gatherings and events, and a desire to increase the vibrancy and accessibility of the area.
This project included:
- Nature play based swings and climbing frames
- Skate elements and bike racks made by the Carnamah Men’s Shed, and
- Art works in the form of large Bobtail statues that double as nature play elements.
City of Fremantle
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In partnership with City of Fremantle, we revitalised Paddy Troy Mall by creating space for alfresco, improving pedestrian connections, improving lighting and increasing tree canopy to add vitality and prioritise pedestrian activity over vehicle movement in an old laneway behind commercial buildings in the Fremantle city centre.
This project included:
- Enhanced pedestrian access by making it a safe place for pedestrians to move through, increasing pedestrian activity along the Mall.
- Supported local businesses in and near the Mall by providing a lovely garden and seating area that would attract people to linger near the relocated businesses.
- Reduce private vehicle traffic through the Mall by upgrading the lighting, removing obsolete parking bays, widening the current footpath along the lane-way.
City of South Perth
In partnership with City of South Perth, we reimagined the Godwin Avenue sump in Manning as an active community node with a new family-friendly active transport connection that links Canning train station and a residential area to three schools and Curtin University.
This project included:
- Creating a link between local residential areas, local recreational areas, Canning Train Station, Curtin University and three schools.
- Creating a hub where local residents, people from the adjacent aged care community, school students, and commuters can socialise, rest and enjoy the natural landscape.
- Provide universal access through the path network and landscape design, including all access barbeque areas.
- Achieved using sustainable materials and natural planting to enhance amenity, increase shade, improve water quality.
Hopetoun Foreshore Hub
In partnership with the Shire of Ravensthorpe and the Hopetoun Progress Association, we reinvigorated the Hopetoun foreshore to create a hub for events and recreational activities New weather protection, solar lighting, art work, bike parking and pathways will create a space that will serve the local community and visitors for summer BBQ’s, events and activities.
The project included:
- Upgraded beach shelter with solar lighting
- Mural footpath through the carpark
- Motorcycle and Bike parking
- Upgraded power and designated spaces for Food Vans and pop up market stalls
Meekatharra’s Streetscape Art Project
In partnership with the Shire of Meekatharra, we enhanced the town’s main street through big, bold art murals depicting local heritage, designed by local Indigenous artists and based on community submissions.
The project also included:
- An art gallery showcasing local artwork
- Colourful street furniture
- Bike parking
Subi POP (Public Open Places): Postal Walk
In partnership with the City of Subiaco, we delivered a contemporary public-realm treatment in the heart of Subiaco - bringing life to an underutilised town centre precinct through creative community co-design.
The project included:
- Creation of an elevated decking to provide accessible eating and an event space
- Streetscape improvements to the Postal Walk to remove clutter, provide seating, add greening, and add public art and other treatments to enhances aesthetics
The Lissiman Street Activation Project
In partnership with the City of Gosnells, we revitalised a currently unused area into a vibrant community space as part of a five-year trial. This project aims to welcome visitors, promote social connections and improve community safety.
The project included:
- New safe and welcoming pedestrian and cycle connections from the Gosnells train station to the town centre
- New public art and ping pong table
- New casual seating and shading
The ‘Gathering Space’ Park Revitalisation Project
In partnership with the Shire of Morawa, we used people-friendly design, Indigenous elements, and community participation to transform an under-used town centre public space into a gathering place for residents and visitors.
The project included:
- New public art
- New rock seating and shaded areas
- Reusing old structures and materials to embrace recycling
Pingelly Pocket Park
In partnership with the Shire of Pingelly, we created a pocket park on Parade Street to revitalise a community space in the heart of the town centre for Pingelly residents to interact and connect with each other, and support local businesses.
The project included:
- New lawn, seating , fire pit and a yarning circle
- A fold-up stage to host community events
- New lighting, a decorative fence and shade sails to make the area more welcoming
The Solomon Street Activation Project
In partnership with the Town of Mosman Park, we worked to transform Solomon Street using a pop-up bike lane, linking two separate path networks to improve accessibility and create a local civic heart space where people can connect.
The project included:
- A pop-up bike lane
- The temporary conversion of parking into a public realm space (e.g. yarning circle, art enhanced planter boxes, seating)
- Activation events (e.g. food trucks, bike education workshops, mini golf)
City of Bayswater Shopping Precinct Upgrade
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In partnership with the City of Bayswater, we are enhancing shopfronts along the shopping precinct on Grand Promenade in Bedford.
The project included:
- An alfresco area with seating
- Shade and night-time lighting
- Artwork installations by a local artist
Wellard Village 7 Day Makeover
In partnership with the City of Kwinana, the Strand in Wellard was made over in just seven days to create a more vibrant and active community space. The makeover was led by place-making expert David Engwicht and co-designed and delivered by more than 170 community volunteers.
The project included:
- Colourful hexagonal seating and matching covering over remaining bollards
- New landscaping and nature play areas
- A community piano
- A youth-inspired wishing well
- An arcade area with outdoor games, such as ping pong and checkers
Shire of Beverley Main Street Upgrade
In partnership with the Shire of Beverley, we added new infrastructure to create a safe and inclusive Vincent Street and to improve walking and cycling in this area.
The project included:
- New alfresco spaces and greenery
- Added pedestrian crossings
- New bike racks along the street
Shire of Westonia Town Centre Revitalisation
In partnership with the Shire of Westonia, the town centre revitalisation was a community-driven project to create a lively, safe and interesting town centre that will enhance the vibrancy, connectivity and amenity of Westonia’s main street.
The project included:
- Heritage themed murals and little heritage shops
- Shaded seating areas
- Lighting
- Bike racks
Shire of Dardanup Revitalisation Project
In partnership with the Shire of Dardanup, the Shire-owned former depot site was transformed into a new community space ideal for hosting local events.
The project included:
- A new nature play trail
- An outdoor art gallery featuring vibrant community co-created artwork
- New pedestrian connections to create safe pathways for pedestrians to walk between facilities
Shire of Coorow Leeman Community Fresco
In partnership with the Shire of Coorow a 12-month pilot project has been executed to enhance the connection and public spaces between Ruddock Street in Leeman and the beach.
The project included:
- A colourful pathway with new seating areas and bike rack.
- Beach matting for wheelchair access to the beach.
- New greenery and public art.
Shire of Katanning Community Spaces
In partnership with the Shire of Katanning, we created new pop-up community spaces on Clive Street to include street art, greenery and furniture to make it the ideal place for community events.
This project helped host various events including:
- Sustainable Fair Day
- Community Games Day
- Country Music Night
- Katanning Talent Night
Town of Bassendean 'Power to the People'
In partnership with the Town of Bassendean, we helped to redesign and activate the high street in Bassendean’s town centre, closing part of the road to traffic to create a more pedestrian-friendly community space.
The project included:
- Pedestrian only zone with one lane and one direction of vehicle access
- New activation space with play elements, seating, shade, alfresco dining
- New street treatments to provide common grade access for pedestrian, cycling, and cars, with easy access to street amenity
City of Vincent Pedestrian Plaza Trial
In partnership with the City of Vincent, we trialled to transform a section of Grosvenor Road in the Beaufort Street Town Centre into a pedestrianised area with improved amenity and community events. There was also a permanent intersection upgrade completed to make it safer and easier for pedestrians to walk along Beaufort Street.
The project included:
- A temporary pedestrian plaza with seating, picnic tables, lighting, greenery and play elements
- A new paved continuous footpath at the Grosvenor Road and Beaufort Street intersection to improve the pedestrian experience within the Beaufort Street Town Centre
Shire of Trayning Transformation Project
In partnership with the Shire of Trayning, we have helped to transform the area next to the Don Mason Community Centre into a shaded, colourful area to sit and relax.
The project included:
- Murals and raised seating
- Play elements and greening, including a sensory garden
- Shade sails
Morley Revitalisation Project
In partnership with the City of Bayswater, we helped revitalise the Morley Town Centre and linked Morley Galleria, Morley Library and Coventry Village together.
The project included:
- An alfresco-style activation at the corner of Walter Road West and Wellington Road
- A new community space in front of the Morley Library
- Improved pedestrian connections within the Progress and Bishop Street precinct through creative wayfinding and streetscape enhancements
Hillview Hub in Bentley
In partnership with the City of Canning, we helped transform the Hillview Hub in Bentley into a lively community precinct. Through the Hillview Park and streetscapes upgrade, we created a new and exciting place for residents to relax and connect with each other.
The project aimed to:
- Upgrade facilities and amenities in Hillview Park, including a new nature play space, multi-sports hard court and outdoor fitness equipment
- Create new pedestrian crossings, street upgrades and narrow traffic lanes to improve pedestrian and cycling access to the park and shops.
- Enhance shopfront areas to allow for alfresco dining
- Upgrade the existing car park, enabling it to be converted into a community space for events and markets
Chapman Road Urbanisation Project
In partnership with the City of Greater Geraldton, we turned Chapman Road in Geraldton into a safer, more pedestrian-friendly street. The 12-month pilot project will widen footpaths, install bike lanes and parklets, and improve pedestrian crossings.
The project aimed to:
- Narrow the road and encourage slower traffic speeds
- Improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians and increase foot traffic to support local businesses
- Inform future improvements in the area
Northam Suspension Bridge
In partnership with the Shire of Northam, we transformed the Northam Suspension Bridge and surrounding precinct. The project features innovative lighting, interactive art and interpretative stories.
The project aimed to:
- Enhance safety
- Encourage more locals and visitors to use the bridge
- Improve this important connection to and from the centre of town
- Engage with the Ballardong Nyoongar community to help co-design the improvements to the bridge and the precinct
Hannay Lane in Dunsborough
In partnership with the City of Busselton, we converted Hannay Lane in Dunsborough into a more pedestrian friendly street. The 12-month trial has transformed the laneway into a vibrant and safe place for people to enjoy, featuring increased space for pedestrians, street art, landscaping and furniture.
The project aimed to:
- Create a more vibrant and active space for the community
- Increase foot traffic in the area and support local businesses
- Encourage the local community to get involved in designing and shaping their neighbourhood
Subiaco Pop-up Square
In partnership with the City of Subiaco, the corner of Rokeby Road and Churchill Avenue was transformed into a vibrant, community plaza as part of a six-week trial.
The project aimed to:
- Temporarily transform a section of road in the centre of Subiaco to create a new community space for activations
- Increase foot traffic in the area and support local businesses
- Test ideas with the community to inform future improvements in the area
This resulted in:
- An 82% increase in visitation to the town centre during the pop-up
- 7,000 visitors chose to linger longer
- More than 80% of visitors surveyed enjoyed spending time and relaxing in the space
- More than 80% of visitors surveyed would like to see more local projects that reclaim the street for people
Gnalla Pop-up Plaza
In partnership with the City of Stirling, a vibrant pop-up plaza has been brought to Nollamara shopping centre as part of a four-month trial.
The project aimed to:
- Create a low-cost, vibrant space for the local community to come together and socialise
- Increase foot traffic in the area and support local businesses
- Test ideas with the community to inform future improvements in the area
This project won the 2022 PIA WA Planning Excellence Award for Community Wellbeing and Diversity for demonstrating how low-cost infrastructure and place activation can build local social connections and enterprise. This award recognised the consideration given to the cultural attributes and preferences of the diverse Nollamara community, and the opportunity for residents and local traders to make the space their own, while addressing issues of community safety and inclusivity. It also highlighted that the project has led to longer term planning outcomes for people including zoning changes in the neighbourhood centre, and the securing of funding for a permanent plaza.
Merredin Pilot Piazza Project
In partnership with the Shire of Merredin, Barrack Street in Merredin was temporarily converted into a lively Public Piazza. The four-month trial featured street art, innovative lighting, outdoor seating and dining, greenery and shading, play spaces for children and other event spaces.
The project aimed to:
- Create an active, community space for locals to socialise and interact
- Increase foot traffic in the area and support local businesses
- Inform future improvements in the area
This resulted in:
- A 20% increase in pedestrian movement across the entire day through the area (outside of event periods)
- More than 600 responses to the community survey (making it the most successful project consultation in recent Merredin history)
Colours of Mandurah Walkway
In partnership with the City of Mandurah, a path linking the Mandjar Square precinct and Mandurah Ocean Marina has been transformed into a rainbow walkway featuring 250 brightly coloured stripes. The community helped to select the colours, which each reflect a different story about Mandurah’s people, places, and spaces.
The project aimed to:
- Create a more vibrant and active space for the community
- Encourage more pedestrians to use the walkway
- Increase foot traffic in the area and support local businesses
