Upton Road Accommodation Services

St Kilda, Victoria

Salvation Army

2023

80m² TOTAL SIZE

Shaded outdoor play area with a water bowl, wooden log seats, Aboriginal-style path art, and a chalkboard wall in front of a brick building.

Design

Evergreen Infrastructure

Collaborators

Digability

Construction

MJC Horticulture

Evergreen Infrastructure were engaged to design a space that could also be used for residents to discuss matters with their support worker in a relaxed outdoor environment while their children played along with providing a comfortable space for their children and themselves to socialise with other families

Form

The space was very tight and the adjacent accommodation meant the design needed to provide maximum interest for children while being thoughtful to the families living alongside this greenspace

About the project

The garden utilised existing features while incorporating colour through art, nature through locally sourced timbers that reflect the Australian bush and play zones that were intended to bring joy to the children using the garden

No items found.

Impact

The garden has now become a social zone where families, along with councilors, can work together in an outdoor space while children enjoy the fun of an outdoor greenspace.

Benefits

Environmental

Biodiversity

Reducing urban heat

Connection to surrounding environment

Social

Wellbeing

Retreat

Connection with Nature

Social Space

Learning Environment

Food Security

Learning Space

Economic

Cooling Effect

thermal cooling for building

Fresh Food for Restaurant and Cafe

Clean Air

Garden area with leafy plants, wooden edging, and a path featuring Aboriginal-style artwork in earthy tones and blue accents.

""The most successful designs are those that incorporate input from all stakeholders from the outset, ensuring that everyone has a seat at the table.”"

Quote from Designer