creating better quality living environments by using cutting edge design, formative research, international benchmarking, local experience and extensive stakeholder collaboration
...principles

think both globally and locally;

utilise advanced understanding and research;

collaborate and listen;

apply innovation not inertia;

develop clear measurements to justify decision making;

create flexible frameworks that can adapt and evolve;

embrace sustainable solutions.
...strategies

create development strategies that look beyond the needs of the local community.

use green infrastructure to structure city development;

encourage mixed use neighbourhoods and balance housing with job creation;

promote affordable housing and diverse communities;

introduce shared street concepts to allow equitable use of public space;

create walkable neighbourhoods and unique city spaces;

consider wastewater and stormwater as valuable resources

advocate healthy lifestyles through exercise, safe environments and local food consumption;

decentralize energy production and introduce sustainable infrastructure;

protect agricultural land and introduce community gardens;

invest in and collaborate with educational institutions