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New communities expertise

We create vibrant, healthy and sustainable new communities that respond to the unique qualities of place, its people and the environment. We create places people want to live.

Developing placemaking strategies and activation plans to create vibrant and inclusive public spaces, streetscapes, and gathering places that foster social interaction, cultural vitality, and economic vibrancy within new communities.

The Fabric, VIC
The fabric

Utilising 2D and 3D digital modelling, we test accessibiliy outcomes across a range of project scales for safety, mobility and compliance with AS1428 (2021).

Our staff are proficient across a variety of platforms and approaches that can enhance accessibility and universal design outcomes.

Acacia Estate, VIC
Acacia estate - universal access and design - new communities

We possess a deep understanding of existing and emerging housing typologies, and how they can be delivered within precincts and neighbourhoods.

We are well-versed in addressing the intricate challenges posed by topography and design lots, roads, and buildings that respond effectively to these conditions.

The Point, VIC
The point - housing - new communties

Developing long-term strategic plans, including precinct structure plans and development plans, to guide the growth and development of new communities in alignment with client objectives and regulatory requirements.

Burwood Brickworks, VIC
Burwood brickworks - strategic planning - new communities

Capturing, retaining and treating stormwater run-off is critical in reducing the impacts on waterways and catchments further downstream.

Our holistic approach ensures delivery of site specific, innovative and practical outcomes for the use and reuse of urban stormwater as part of an integrated landscape response.

Springwood, SA
Springwood - water sensitive urban design (wsud) - new communities

Tract’s Landscape Architect’s are acutely aware of the benefits of tree canopy coverage for improved occupant amenity, biodiversity and landscape resilience.

We work with project teams to identify opportunities for alternative engineering solutions to achieve high amenity outcomes on our projects.

Mystique Playground, VIC
Mystique playground - tree canopy coverage - new communities

Facilitating town planning permit applications and navigating regulatory processes to secure necessary approvals and permits for new developments, ensuring compliance with local planning policies and regulations.

Circa 1886, VIC
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We strive to create vibrant, attractive, healthy and sustainable communities that respond to the unique qualities of place, its people and the environment.

We aim to enhance the connection between community and landscape and ensure our designs respond to existing natural and environmental processes. We appreciate that the public realm is critical to the character and quality of new communities and this is where, as designers, we can have the greatest impact.

Mambourin, VIC
Mambourin - communitiy building - new communities

Our skilled landscape architect’s and horticulturists select trees and plants that are tolerant of and resistent to climate change, heat, wind and drought and resistent to pests and diseases.

We select materials to have a low environmental impact, measuring and evaluating the embodied carbon in materials and the life-cycle impacts of our designs.

Manor Lakes, VIC
Manor lakes - climate responsive design - new communities

New communities projects

With over 50 years experience,we have shaped some of Australia’s most successful and award-winning new communities.

New communities team

With national expertise across new community projects of all scales and types, our team understand what is required to support projects from concept to delivery.

Contact us to find out how we can assist.

Contact our team
Ryan davis
Ryan Davis
Senior Principal Landscape Architect
Melbourne
Danielle mccann
Dannielle McCann
Senior Principal Urban Designer
Melbourne
Heath edwards
Heath Edwards
Principal Landscape Architect
Adelaide
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Nick Clements
Senior Principal Town Planner
Geelong