A study from the University of Technology Sydney found that parks only attract 10% of a community’s population during peak times. That figure goes down to 1% during off-peak times. Therefore, local councils are tasked with the job of finding ways to attract more people to public parks. Now, part of that plan should be […]
Easy Ways to Attract More People to Your Park
March 25, 2022
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there are an estimated 50,000 urban parks in Australia. Most of these public parks are in close proximity to residential areas—a move intended to encourage people to get their physical activity up in the outdoors. However, as the years go on, fewer and fewer Australians are motivated to […]
Can Cities Become More People-Oriented When You Improve Public Spaces?
February 18, 2022
A materials engineering paper published on IOP Science stated that public spaces play a “formative and a socially active role” in a city’s overall structure. So, without preserving or improving them, they may transmit a sense of insecurity within the community. Proper planning of a public space should be standard. After all, they have a […]
4 Benefits of Community Playgrounds
November 20, 2021
Most of us have fond memories of a playground we used to frequent as kids. Now, the tables have turned; it’s up to us to design fun, safe and good-looking playground areas for future generations to enjoy. Parks are already an integral part of many community areas. However, through incorporating a playground into your outdoor […]
Why Choose Cox Urban Furniture?
November 16, 2021
Want to create a public space that your community members will love? It all starts with pairing a smart project layout with the right street furniture; and at Cox Urban Furniture, we specialise in providing innovative street furniture solutions that urban developers can trust to fit with their brief. Here are some of the reasons […]
