Overview:
Blackwell & Associates was established in 1987. We are a specialised design practice focusing on sustainable landscape architectural and urban design solutions. Much of our focus since the practice was first established has been on the urban environment and on how we can enhance the experience when people trade their ‘traditional’ suburban existence for a higher density urban lifestyle.
A strong focus of our practice is in creating environments with a high level of pedestrian amenity, with a strong focus on streetscapes and public open spaces offering high levels of aesthetic and physical appeal. We believe that our streetscapes should be conceived and developed as a natural extension of the Public Open Space network. It is our intent to improve their “walkability” with an aim of encouraging more people to walk and ride and thereby deal with a number of current pressing health and environmental issues as well as encourage greater social interaction.