Beaumont Hills Parks for People
Beaumont Hills Park, designed by PLACE Lab as part of the NSW Government’s Parks for People program, transforms previously underused rail land into a vibrant community hub. PLACE Lab led the overall vision and design, shaped through close engagement with local residents. Key features include multi-purpose courts, a community lawn, and a skate plaza and […]
Perth Cultural Centre Rejuvenation
PLACE Laboratory is leading the landscape transformation of the Perth Cultural Centre, in collaboration with COX Architecture and the Noongar community. This $55M revitalisation turns a hard, heat-affected urban space that is well passed its use by date into a lush, green cultural precinct that connects Western Australia’s major institutions. Through extensive consultation with Noongar […]
Mindeerup Piazza and Mends Street
The Connect South Project is about creating a positive environment, both economically and socially to support the growth of the South Perth Peninsula and greater region. The project is focused on improved access to transport, improved public amenity and greater economic opportunity.
The National Site of Recognition for Thalidomide Survivors and their Families
The National Site of Recognition for Thalidomide Survivors and their Families, located in Wendouree Drive, Kings Park, Canberra, was established by the Australian Government to acknowledge the thalidomide tragedy in Australia. It serves as a lasting reminder to all Australians that the lessons of the tragedy must never be forgotten. The memorial seeks to honour […]
ACT Gender Sensitive Urban Design Framework and Implementation Toolkit
The ACT Gender Sensitive Urban Design Framework and Toolkit demonstrated excellence in best practice for how urban spaces can be effectively designed to be inclusive, accessible, and safe to all members of the community. The framework and toolkit serve as a comprehensive guide to achieving best-practice urban design outcomes for the public realm. The […]
Jarramlee Nature Reserve
Jarramlee Nature Reserve, on the north-western border of the ACT, recently underwent extensive restoration. Fragmented by a decommissioned sewerage facility, the safety of the area was compromised, necessitating removal of infrastructure and rehabilitation. The restoration included constructing a swale for stormwater management, remediating subsidence areas, and restoring two hectares of degraded grassland with native species. The project also established a publicly accessible Ngunnawal interpretation garden. The landscape features a gravel track representing Ginninderra Creek, with breakout spaces depicting the land’s history and cultural significance. The restoration enhances biodiversity, habitat connectivity, and cultural connections, fostering a sustainable relationship with the environment
Brierly Street, Canberra
“Check out the vibrant changes on Brierly Street by Cooleman Court! This buzzing café and restaurant hub just got a major facelift, and the community is loving it.” The second stage of improvements to Brierly Street adjacent to Cooleman Court in Weston Creek aimed to transform the flourishing café and restaurant strip into a more […]
Rockingham Foreshore
Following the completion of the Rockingham Foreshore Master Plan (2015) Place Laboratory has been commissioned to develop the detailed design for three key public realm spaces on the Rockingham foreshore.
Midland Railway Square
Railway Square is a new public space located at the Railway Workshops in Midland. The square is located in the former shunting yards when trains were shunted into and out of the workshops and is recognised as an important twentieth century industrial heritage site of state and national significance.
Kalamunda Central Mall
The Kalamunda Central Mall forms a part of much larger Landscape strategy for the City of Kalamunda and holds special significance for local residence as a key meeting place, commercial centre and host to public events like the Kalamunda Markets.
Yanchep Golf Estate
Appealing vision for this new estate for 1,500 households at the end of the Northern corridor, to achieve a competitive difference with other subdivisions.
Central Park Refurbishment
PLACE Laboratory has transformed a once hard and uninviting space into a welcoming forecourt connecting St. George’s Terrace to the iconic Central Park open space.
Albany Town Square
New Zealand troops departed Australia for Gallipoli and the Western Front.
Haynes Street
Kalamunda is a unique place, rich in nature, cultures and stories. The Kalamunda Activity Centre Plan, supported by the Landscape Master Plan (the Plans) establishes a vision for the Kalamunda Town Centre. Clear direction has been established for each precinct. Haynes Street is the traditional main street for the town and is alive with diversity […]
Apex Park
The Shire of Merredin engaged PLACE Lab to design, document and deliver the 3 stage CBD Revitalisation project.Early collaboration created an opportunity to use the project as not only a revitalisation of their CBD but also as a representation of the Town’s history, culture and aspirations. A celebration of the rich tapestry of the Shire […]