You can’t sit with us: the rise of privately-owned public spaces

The emergence of pseudo-public spaces raises fundamental questions about the value of people’s right to common ground.

The rise of defensive architecture

Increasingly hostile designs are emerging to keep members of the public out of public space.

Private lives still need public spaces

Coronavirus restrictions may be lifting, but the closure of parks, beaches, walkways and other public spaces to curb its spread may change the way we use them, says Eva Lloyd, a lecturer in Interior Architecture at UNSW Built Environment. 

Don’t forget the footpath – it’s vital public space

In an urban setting like central Footscray, where only 1% of the area is public space, the value of the humble footpath needs to be recognised.

10 action items for NSW’s Minister for public spaces

With the re-election of the Berejiklian government, New South Wales now has a minister for public spaces, Rob Stokes. Here are 10 things he can do to improve the state’s communities.