Increasingly, design of our shopping centres moves away from the ‘box’ and replicates the shopping strips of the past. ‘Main Street architecture’ has much to...
Author - Rachel Seal
Rachel Seal is one of the country’s most versatile and experienced thought leaders in Urban Design, Master Planning and Architecture, with a quarter of a century of experience. During this time, Rachel has masterminded some of Australia’s most iconic town and activity centres, bringing together retail, residential, commercial and cultural aspects to create dynamic and functional spaces.
During the mid 20th century, Australian shopping centres were developed within a retail hierarchy that was based on modern suburban family life...
We all agree on the desirable attributes of 'place' – vibrant, beautiful, memorable, authentic, interesting, alive, safe, clean, inclusive, accessible, human...