Embellishments
Guidance for best practice design, manufacture and construction of open space embellishments.
Embellishments section is designed to provide guidance about the design, manufacture and construction of additional elements installed in our open spaces. It promotes quality, compliance and sustainability, which minimises ongoing maintenance and ensures longevity.
Animals
Dog exercise areas (DEAs).
Barriers
Bollards, fences and gates, and walls
Furniture
Barbecues, bicycle racks and rails, bins, drinking fountains, picnic tables and benches, seats, showers and taps.
Pedestrian infrastructure
Boardwalks and viewing platforms, handrails and balustrades, paths, trails and tracks, ramps and stairs and tactiles.
Planting
Garden edging and planting landscape.
Play, sports and activities
Exercise equipment, play spaces, skate parks and sports and games.
Signs, art and memorials
Signage suites - 'Environment, coast and waterways' suite, and 'Parks and gardens' suite.
Structures and parking
Public amenities, parking, shade sails, shelters.
Utilities
Electrical (including lighting) and irrigation
Water access, facilities and treatment
Beach infrastructure, fishing facilities, landscape drainage, rainwater tanks, water features, water sensitive urban design (WSUD), waterways.