The importance of custom park furniture in open space design concepts cannot be understated. Thoughtfully crafted custom designs tell the stories and cultural identities of local communities through colour schemes, local art, and design choices of benches, table settings, and shade structures.

To the inattentive wanderer, these stunning parks may be a simple extension of nature. But for the mindful park visitor, these open spaces enthral, inspire, and enrich those who stroll through. This effect comes as a result of meticulous planning, customisation, and thoughtful design.

Intentionally selected custom park furniture can produce positive psychological effects on visitors, fulfil the identity needs of its local community, ensure accessibility for all users, and meet the requirements of the park’s specific function.

Choose Custom Park Furniture that Fulfils Your Community’s Needs

Designing a park involves more than just aesthetics. You must consider several key factors to ensure the space meets the needs of its community:

• Cultural Identity: What story does the city want to tell through its public spaces?
• Community Needs: Who will use the park? Children, elderly visitors, or people with special needs may require different amenities to enjoy the space fully.
• Event Planning: Will the park host large gatherings or intimate events? Furniture and layout must accommodate the park’s functional requirements.

Understanding these needs is crucial, and the best way to address them is through custom park designs and custom park furniture that reflect the community, purpose, and landscape.

Custom street furniture items, such as park benches, drinking fountains, bin enclosures, and shade structures offer architects the opportunity to get creative with their design as they personalise the space to the community’s needs.

Going custom with street furniture can help you meet sustainability objectives, strengthen community support for your project, and meet the unique needs of the space’s intended purpose.

See an example of how Terrain Group customised a shelter at Sellicks Beach.

Select Colourful Park Furniture to Evoke Emotion

We are becoming more aware of the mental health benefits of spending time in nature. Research suggests a 30-minute walk in nature can produce a great calming effect.

These stress-reducing effects are amplified when spending time in a colourful, awe-inspiring natural environment that purposefully evokes certain emotions in its visitors.

The selection of colour schemes and design patterns in custom street furniture, such as benches, shade structures, and sculptures, can subconsciously relay a particular emotion or feeling to observers.

For example, green park benches combined with earthy designs across the park may produce calming or serene effects amongst park visitors. Meanwhile, parks that incorporate a red colour scheme into their custom designs can evoke emotions such as energy, power, and love. Blue, on the other hand, is associated with melancholy and reflection.

Furthermore, colour palettes can serve as a visual identity of the city. Perhaps the city’s popular sports team, political ideology, or wider culture is synonymous with a particular colour or design style. Customising your furniture options can help you incorporate that community identity into your park design.

Incorporate Custom Art Elements to Localise Your Park

Using local artists to create murals, paintings, and structures that reflect their creative interpretation of the community and its surroundings can strengthen the connection that a community has with your park.

Local art integration helps visitors identify with the park and feel pride in their city’s creative talents. If the city or community has a prominent artist that represents it, collaborating with these creatives could make the park an attraction that attracts new visitors to the community.

Blending local history through custom art elements can also play an integral part by connecting the past with the present. This creates a powerful focal point, offering a place for reflection on both time and place and how they have shaped the community.

See how Terrain Group incorporated the beautiful work of a local artist into the Nannigai Reserve project.

Use the Right Materials to Elevate Your Project

When designing custom park furniture, selecting the right materials is essential for durability, sustainability, and aesthetics. Popular materials like anodised aluminium offer these distinct advantages.

The custom TimberMatch Range is made of locally sourced, recyclable aluminium materials that are finished with a durable, textured coating to simulate the beautiful warm appearance of wood. This range ensures long-lasting beauty with minimal environmental impact.

Terrain Group are experts in custom park furniture

Terrain Group offers comprehensive custom furniture design services, working closely with architects to meet any design, budget, or time constraints. Our ISO-certified products are locally sourced and produced, ensuring high quality and sustainability.

Our expert team provides advice on materials, finishes, and fixings, and delivers exceptional results that do not compromise aesthetics or functionality. Contact us today to transform your park into a true, custom community landmark.