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Transform Urban Spaces with Green Infrastructure At Ellenby, we proudly sponsored the recent Grounded symposium by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) WA, focusing on the critical role of green infrastructure in shaping sustainable, livable urban spaces. Why does this matter? As urban areas face climate challenges like heat, drought, and pest threats, greening efforts must extend beyond public spaces into private properties. Here's what we learned: Beyond Public Lands: With shrinking block sizes and increased urban tree loss, private and verge greening are crucial. Value Green Spaces: Tools like the Green Factor Tool can assess sustainability, while TAFE funding is crucial for developing skills in horticulture and arboriculture. Community Resilience: Transform spaces using Indigenous knowledge and connect with Noongar land. Greening is both a spatial and social solution. Innovative Solutions: Projects like Miyawaki forests and verge greening boost biodiversity and resilience. Sustainable Design: The My Home project in North Fremantle is a prime example of community-focused design addressing homelessness. [LD Total managed the installation of trees, we donated from Ellenby for this project.] Water-Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD): A holistic approach to WSUD and ecologically resilient landscapes is essential for lasting green infrastructure. Investing in green infrastructure today means a brighter, more sustainable future for our cities. Let's work together to create urban spaces that thrive with nature. Feel free to reach out to us at Ellenby Tree Farm for more insights on integrating green infrastructure into your projects. Craig Woodroffe, Michelle Rocca, Ric Woodroffe Sustainable design: My Home Project https://lnkd.in/gEDsjja8 ABC News https://lnkd.in/gqvuzDUb #Sustainability #Greenspace #UrbanCanopy Heather Wallace

🌳 New Report on Highway Greening Launched! 🌳 The London Boroughs of Camden and Islington, along with LDA Design, have unveiled the "Highways Greening - Best Practice and Lessons Learnt" report. This transformative report highlights how collaboration and community focus can make our streets safer, healthier, and greener. The report underscores the significant benefits of small greening projects, from garden streets to rain gardens, improving biodiversity, resilience, and opportunities for active travel and social interactions. 🌱🌿 These initiatives combat air pollution and enhance urban spaces for public use. The report showcases collective ambition and expertise, featuring projects that range from modest to large-scale efforts meeting the TfL Healthy Streets standard, transforming urban landscapes and promoting well-being. Join the conversation! How can we further integrate green infrastructure into urban designs? Share your thoughts in the comments or visit https://lnkd.in/eFAxTtfP to see how we can make a difference together. #UrbanDesign #GreenInfrastructure #HighwaysGreening

🌳 New Report on Highway Greening Launched! 🌳 The London Boroughs of Camden and Islington, along with LDA Design, have unveiled the "Highways Greening - Best Practice and Lessons Learnt" report. This transformative report highlights how collaboration and community focus can make our streets safer, healthier, and greener. The report underscores the significant benefits of small greening projects, from garden streets to rain gardens, improving biodiversity, resilience, and opportunities for active travel and social interactions. 🌱🌿 These initiatives combat air pollution and enhance urban spaces for public use. The report showcases collective ambition and expertise, featuring projects that range from modest to large-scale efforts meeting the TfL Healthy Streets standard, transforming urban landscapes and promoting well-being. Join the conversation! How can we further integrate green infrastructure into urban designs? Share your thoughts in the comments or visit https://lnkd.in/eDUpXee9 to see how we can make a difference together. #UrbanDesign #GreenInfrastructure #HighwaysGreening

It's finally Friday! Enjoy today's top trending story 📨 Green Light for £70m Sustainable Living Project in Manchester. Plans for a £70 million sustainable build-to-rent (BTR) development in Manchester city centre have been unanimously approved by Manchester City Council. The 23-storey residential scheme, proposed by property investment and development company ZEPHYRx... Check out the full story 👉 https://zurl.co/HB221124 (Building Design & Construction - BDC) #housing #livingproject

Towards a more sustainable and greener city is what the Brisbane Green Factor is looking to achieve for the city’s built environment and the latest recognition by the Queensland Goverment and this commendation received yesterday at the Minister’s Award for Urban Design supports the city’s mission. Well done to the team Jacqueline Paton Cassandra Sun Anita Chesterman for their contribution and leadership to the project. Thanks to the Goverment architect Leah Lang for her support on Brisbane’s Design Led City agenda and BCC for the continuous commitment to excellence in Design. What the jury said: Project: Brisbane Green Factor Team: Brisbane City Council As Brisbane markets itself on its green and clean credentials approaching the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, there will be a growing need to demonstrate how our city/region is meeting its goal of being a well-designed, subtropical city. Brisbane City Council is to be congratulated for developing the Brisbane Green Factor tool used to optimise landscape designs and maximise the ecosystem services they provide to the city. The key measurable ecosystem services of sense of place, stormwater management, habitat provision, food production, urban temperature regulation, health and wellbeing are designed to be baked into the development process. The demonstration of a high green factor score against a benchmarked score considered best practice creates a consistent and transparent methodology, which creates certainty for urban development participants. The jury sees the benefit of this exceptional tool for Brisbane and thinks a state-wide application could even be warranted to assist the development community to measure success when providing green infrastructure to support biodiversity, increase community amenity and resilience, and create a strong sense of identity for the citizens of Queensland. #sustainability #design #urbandesign #landscapearchitecture #brisbane

The rapid urbanisation sweeping across the globe is a profound transformation shaping the future of our planet and communities. As cities develop, it's important to think about all that comes with these cities - their design, energy, resources, and people - and their impact on the environment. As we speak to more multicultural communities, we're finding that many environmental issues impacting CALD communities can be linked to building design, city planning, and general infrastructure. As we watch cities flourish, we should also consider both built elements of urban design. and the services and resources we want to power our cities with, which includes integrating: 🌆 Green Solutions: Eco-friendly infrastructure and renewable energy to mitigate environmental impact both integrating solutions in cities and the surrounding wilderness, as well as long-term solutions to protect the Earth. 🤝 Equitable Development: Access to affordable, climate-safe solutions for all. This includes energy, housing, healthcare, and education for all communities. 🌿 Nature Integration: Incorporation of green spaces into urban design to promote biodiversity and well-being. 🌎 Collective Action: Collaboration across all sectors to build inclusive, resilient cities for future generations. To read more about the city planning and urban design, here are some resources! UN Environment Programme: https://lnkd.in/giFbPwhM Infrastructure Australia: https://lnkd.in/gttjJiQu Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC), Australian Urban Design Research Centre , Urban Design Forum, Urban Design Association NSW, Planning Institute of Australia. Here is a view of Bursa, Turkey from the slope of Uludag Mountain. Where you can see the stark contrast between the urban and the green wilderness! #ClimateChange #CityPlanning #Turkey

The Future of Urban Drainage in Lagos Discover the groundbreaking approach to urban drainage that’s transforming our cities into green havens! This insightful look into Alaro City showcases how innovative sustainable urban drainage systems can create vibrant green corridors while providing essential retention space for residents. Featuring natural trapezoidal bioswales and rain gardens, this initiative highlights a cost-effective alternative to traditional concrete channels. With a focus on eco-friendly infrastructure, Alaro City sets a precedent for future developments, proving that sustainability is not just a trend, but a necessity. This video is a must-watch for anyone interested in environmental design, urban planning, or simply curious about the future of sustainable living. 🌱🏙️ #SustainableUrbanDrainage #GreenInfrastructure #UrbanPlanning #AlaroCity #EcoFriendly #RainGardens #NaturalSolutions #UrbanDesign #FutureOfCities #Sustainability #GreenCorridors #CostEffective #EnvironmentalDesign #UrbanDrainage #GreenLiving #SmartCities #PropertyInvestment #CoastalRealEstate #ClimateChangeImpact #InvestmentStrategies #RealEstateRisks #RealEstateComparison #hurricanehelene #FloridaVsLagos #GlobalRealEstate #CoastalCities #WaterfrontProperties #hurricanemilton #vizard

The Future of Urban Living: Mixed-Use Developments Imagine a neighbourhood where you can live, work, shop, and unwind—all within a short walk. This is the promise of mixed-use developments, a cornerstone of sustainable, modern cities. Why Mixed-Use Developments Matter: 🌿 Sustainability: Minimises commuting and reduces carbon emissions by integrating daily needs into one space. 🏗️ Efficiency: Combines residential, commercial, and recreational spaces for optimised land use. 🤝 Community Building: Encourages vibrant, connected neighbourhoods where people thrive. At ROOT Architecture South Africa , we see mixed-use developments as more than just a trend—they’re a solution for creating resilient, sustainable urban spaces. These projects offer an opportunity to reimagine Cape Town’s cityscape, ensuring a greener, more connected future. 💬 Let’s discuss: What role do you think mixed-use developments will play in Cape Town’s urban growth? Share your thoughts below! To learn more about mixed-use development in South Africa, read our blog post on the topic: https://lnkd.in/dj3e7u9C #UrbanDesign #MixedUseDevelopments #SustainableCities

Since Stephenson's original City Planning Scheme and its subsequent revisions, key documents like the Urban Design Framework (2009) and The Perth City Snapshot (2016) have shifted the focus toward resilience, ecology, and sustainability, aiming to reshape Perth as both a destination and a liveable city. Further initiatives, including the City of Perth Sustainability Strategy and the Perth City Deal, highlight this ongoing effort. This important event seeks to explore how the Ten Principles of good design might further inform strategic planning and provide a clear, actionable vision for addressing Perth's urban challenges and aspirations. https://lnkd.in/gP8wMX_n #planning #urbandesign #designwa #tenprinciples #citypolicy #capitalcity #perth #perthplanning #perthurbandesign #perthfuture #perthurbanresearchlab #curtin #dbe

Green Star Buildings NZ – redefining sustainable building practices through 8 key categories. This approach enables owners and developers to focus on the most critical areas of sustainability, ensuring long-term resilience and future-proofing for their buildings.