Public art is evolving. While we often envision it as striking sculptures or vibrant murals that breathe life into urban spaces, there's a movement that’s transforming the landscape—integrating art into the very fabric of buildings. This isn't just an afterthought or a municipal checkbox; it's a strategic move that offers unparalleled benefits.

Here are our top ten reasons why public art is important, how it brings value to the community, and the positive impact of public art on industry. We feature local examples from here in Perth, Western Australia and overseas.

Is ornament still looked down upon in architecture and design or can ornamentation of surfaces be valuable? Can surfaces teach us, inspire us or shift attitudes? Can it link us to the past, present and inspire the future? Can it tell us about our culture, the place and its people? By understanding the indigenous and non-indigenous feelings towards decoration, we can see that surface decoration can be superficial, but it can also be meaningful, powerful and connect community

Sustainable design considers measurable actions such as carbon footprint and the like, but designers also need to consider the more immeasurable but still important aspect of enduring design. Through consumer behaviour studies and understanding what makes people love and care for their objects and environment, designers can encourage the reduction of the overall volume of consumption.