Every day, we draw on the latest street furniture and urban design thinking from New Zealand and across the globe. Discover how to create unbeatable outdoor spaces that help improve daily lives in a fast-changing world.
Date published 17 August 2017
Direct from Italy, we have your passport to the latest European style trends and inspiration in street furniture. And we’re bringing it direct to you with a special Inspiration Roadshow! Metalco’s newest lookbook is here and it’s filled with 1000 pages of gorgeous designs that are sure to spark incredible ideas for your latest landscape […]
Date published 16 July 2017
Opening up to a Greener Outlook The Optimisation of Space The home is where the heart is, however what if you could also achieve a feeling of warm-heartedness in the public sphere? Developing safe, beautiful urban areas and building on a sense of community is becoming a necessity in most cities. Multi-use destinations in green […]
Date published 20 June 2017
A social housing complex in Milan has achieved an elusive winning formula: comfortable outdoor spaces that are also sophisticated, durable and budget-friendly.
Date published 8 June 2017
Game, Set, Match! Liven up your workplace, university or the schoolyard with some friendly competition! Urban Effects has designed an outdoor table tennis table that’s perfect for serving enjoyment into an average day. Break time doesn’t have to be boring, and by adding an element of fun, you can implement ongoing physical and mental benefits. […]
Date published 16 May 2017
Stairway to Green Heaven Concrete jungles can often be a little dismal. A place embellished with greyish tones, polluted with noise and flashing lights, where getting lost in a crowd is a common occurrence. What if packing up the car and making a quick escape wasn’t the only way to set out on a relaxing […]
Date published 30 April 2017
Take a Seat in Paradise Sitting down and relaxing in the outdoors is a special thing. It generates an opportunity to create memories, reminisce about times gone by; to make new friends, reconnect with old ones, or you could simply be passing time. At Urban Effects, we care about contributing to the beautiful moments in […]
Date published 24 March 2017
Lorenz Modular Bench Urban areas are designed to give cities character, and are built so residents can enjoy the outdoors at their leisure. Functional, eye-catching urban street furniture is essential in creating these community spaces. Urban Effects Lorenz Modular Benches can transform streetscapes, metropolitan areas, and coastal settings by adding practicality and style to otherwise […]
Date published 1 February 2017
Choosing the right features and street furniture makes a big difference in the appeal of your outdoor space. Here are our top tips to ensure your park is always filled with happy visitors. 1. Increase green areas Green grassy areas have shown to improve moods, reduce stress and depression, and aid general health as well. […]
Date published 31 October 2016
With stone and concrete commercial outdoor seating becoming increasingly popular, the moonstone bench has emerged as a bold statement of what modern decorative benches can be. Shaped like a flat water-skipping stone, this modern bench seat offers a seamless aesthetic appeal and comfortable place to rest. If you’re looking for the perfect centrepiece to complete your outdoor space, […]
Date published 29 August 2016
What do a social hotspot and a high-tech business campus have in common? They both showcase a winning combination of clever landscaping and facilities. The 2016 Landscapes Of Distinction Awards saw style, sustainability and design flair come together. And Urban Effects was proud to be involved in two of the standouts: Brickworks Dining Lane and […]
Date published 23 August 2016
Around the world, bamboo is used in a wide range of applications – everything from furniture, craftwork and construction to luxurious clothing, bedding, and cookware. The versatile and fast growing bamboo plant is also an ideal and attractive plant for any outdoor courtyard. Thanks to its low maintenance, durable nature, clumping bamboo makes an excellent […]
Date published 16 August 2016
The Appeal of Stone What do concrete, marble and granite outdoor stone construction materials all have in common? They are all increasing in value and are deemed as popular stone outdoor furniture alternatives throughout many modern architectural designs. Not only that, but they possess incredible durability in all seasons of the year whilst coming in […]
Date published 9 August 2016
The Down Low Taking its name from the groundbreaking “Highline” project in New York (a 2km-long linear park built on a disused, elevated railway section), the Lowline was an ambitious plan to redevelop a one-acre trolley stop and convert it into a below ground park. The site, located beneath New York City’s Lower East Side, […]