This marker in Queens Square, celebrates the work of the colonial architect Francis Greenway. Set in the plaza between two of his most prominent works, St James Church and Hyde Park Barracks, the marker gives a graphic representation of the person and his works, constructed from granite and marble with brass and bronze inlays.
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In partnership with the Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority, Street Furniture Australia has provided new, stronger planter boxes to line the historic streets and laneways of The Rocks. In this iconic tourist destination, the planters create an attractive streetscape environment for locals and visitors alike. A popular option among councils across Australia.
As part of an upgrade to Mascot Park in Sydney, a number of Mall Sun Lounges were installed in order to encourage more people to use the park during the working week. The park is well located for nearby offices and businesses. The design is a re-interpretation of a typical pool-side sun lounge, inspired by a flower or lily leaning forward. It is both sculptural and comfortable to use and a unique addition to this urban park.
Wave benches, designed by Oculus, breathe new life into Camberwell Laneways. When the Boroondara Council looked at the dull, service-only laneways in the Melbourne suburb of Camberwell, it saw an opportunity to reflect the character of a community. What it ended up with had even greater potential: a blueprint for laneways that could revitalise the wider municipality. “There is a lack of public seating in the area, so we engaged Street Furniture Australia.” An initial trial took place in Market Lane, a thoroughfare leading from Burke Road to a car park, which hosts the Camberwell Fresh Food Market from Tuesday to Saturday each week. “It started as a thoroughfare where traders and the Rotary Club wanted to do something to liven it up and make it more useful “ says Boroondara …
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