We help mission-led organisations develop public places to foster connection, reduce inequality and improve wellbeing.

Place is never neutral.

about us

Your life is shaped by the built environment - where you go, how you feel, where you belong.

We believe that place is never neutral.

It is either actively supporting your organisation’s strategy and culture or it is getting in the way. (And it can really get in the way)

You’re tackling health, housing and social inequality that is a legacy of yesterday’s approach to the built environment.

We offer a new way of understanding and creating places.

By joining the dots between strategy, culture and place we create settings where your people thrive.

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 By joining the dots between strategy, culture, and place we create settings where your people thrive. 

WHAT WE DO

We provide end-to-end services to mission-led organisations.

From long before ‘design’ starts to well after the ribbon-cutting.

Testimonials

  • “Powerhouse Place has been a resounding success since it was completed late last year, delivering everything it promised in terms of creating an attractive space offering opportunities for increased activation and new experiences along our iconic riverfront.”

    Councillor Liam Wood,
    Former Mayor
    Mildura

  • "Public Realm Lab has captured a complex environment in a manifesto that will be both a guide and inspiration for any capital development at the Berry Street school for many years to come. The manifesto captures who we are and who we want to be with consideration to our values, purpose and practice."

    Joanne Alford,
    Berry Street School Principal
    Berry Street

  • “PRL collaborated to deliver a feasible, sustainable and robust business case and master plan aligned with the strategic future of the Macedon Ranges Region. PRL worked respectfully and consultatively and were able to bring the Community Reference Group as a whole on board - no easy feat!”

    Danielle Findlay
    Economic Development Coordinator
    Macedon Ranges Shire Council

  • "The Rutherglen Place Plan is a 30-year plan, guiding infrastructure development, supporting community advocacy and, critically, provides support for future funding success. The plan that PRL developed along with a highly engaged Steering Committee of broad community representation, is concise, communicates effectively, enhances advocacy and supports Council’s funding progress."

    Susannah Doyle
    Manager Tourism
    Indigo Shire Council

Latest News

  • Kate is Registered

    Our Kate De Pina has recently registered as an Architect, the last formal step in a 10+ year journey of study and accreditation.

  • Meeniyan Hub Open!

    Our Meeniyan Community Hub is officially open and welcoming locals and tourists alike.

  • A New Normal

    We are part of a landmark exhibition showing how to transform greater Melbourne from a consumer to a producer by 2030.

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