Transforming Mount Gravatt Central – A Vibrant Mixed-Use Development
Mount Gravatt Mixed-Use
Mount Gravatt | Brisbane | Queensland | Australia
innovative landscape architecture meets vibrant urban design
Mount Gravatt, located just 10 kilometres south of Brisbane’s CBD, is undergoing a dynamic urban transformation. At the heart of this evolution is a visionary mixed-use development, seamlessly integrating residential and commercial spaces to create a thriving, connected community.
In collaboration with Peddle Thorp Architects, our team secured development approval for a project that redefines Mount Gravatt Central as a key destination within Brisbane City Council’s Mt Gravatt Corridor Neighbourhood Plan.
With a focus on landscape architecture and urban design, this development revitalizes an underutilized precinct, enhancing walkability, fostering green spaces, and establishing a vibrant public realm that links surrounding developments into a cohesive urban hub.
landscape architectural intent – creating a strong sense of place
The landscape design enhances the local environment by fostering community connections, activating surrounding streetscapes and easements, and integrating greenery to soften the built form.
enhanced connectivity & walkability
A well-designed pedestrian network maximizes permeability, ensuring seamless movement within the site and beyond. Key connections between Logan Road, Creek Road, and Bothwell Street are reinforced, creating a highly walkable and integrated urban setting.
strengthen identity
Improvements to permeability include the enhancement of adjoining easements, seamlessly integrating them into the development. These thoroughfares feature seating, shade trees, decorative planting, trellises, signage, and high-quality landscape finishes – establishing a strong sense of place and reinforcing local character.
Landscape Zones
easements & shared zones
Neighbouring easements transform underutilized spaces into vibrant public areas. Features such as outdoor dining, shade trees, planting, trellises, and upgraded pavements enhance these zones, making them more inviting and functional. Shared pedestrian and low-speed vehicle zones along Bothwell Street contribute to a lively community hub, strengthening its role as a local destination.
building interface & shared zones
Landscape treatments at building interfaces enhance connections to key community assets, including the local library and surrounding retail precincts. A shared vehicle and pedestrian zone, defined by contrasting pavement finishes, ensures high permeability while adding character. Shade trees, seating, and public art create a dynamic central node that supports diverse community activities.
streetscape enhancements
Bothwell Street has been upgraded to a City Street Type 2, aligning with Brisbane City Council’s Streetscape Guidelines. Widening the street improves parking, vehicle access, and pedestrian infrastructure, fostering a safer and more inviting urban environment. Streetscape enhancements include full-width pavement, shade trees, garden beds, lighting, and street furniture.
recreation areas & podium gardens
Common recreation spaces across multiple levels provide high-quality outdoor areas for residents. Podium gardens feature resilient plantings designed to withstand western sun exposure and urban conditions, ensuring long-term sustainability and comfort.