place

'a majority of projects built around the world exist for a private owner or cause, and although all projects must certainly have backing of some type, the public spaces created for general use sometimes exhibit radical ideas and transform infrastructures.

public architecture has the unique and necessary position to impact a larger population usually performing daily tasks, such as walking to the store or relaxing. at times they are constructed to provide a new activity, other times only to enhance an existing one, and then there are cases where public space can offer a new perspective or simply be a fun place'. [designboom 2012]

coolum terrace park

this park was created from a disused section of coolum terrace. the process was instigated by concerned residents, showing what is possible when local knowledge combines with vision…'with the support of council and other local environment groups we knew the park was born'... more