Social housing reimagined
20.06.17
A social housing complex in Milan has achieved an elusive winning formula: comfortable outdoor spaces that are also sophisticated, durable and budget-friendly.
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Spotlight: Metro Tennis Table
08.06.17
Game, Set, Match! Liven up your workplace, university or the schoolyard with some friendly competition! Urban Effects has designed an outdoor table tennis table that’s perfect for serving enjoyment into an average day. Break time doesn’t have to be boring, and by adding an element of fun, you can implement ongoing physical and mental benefits. […]
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Rooftop Gardens
16.05.17
Stairway to Green Heaven Concrete jungles can often be a little dismal. A place embellished with greyish tones, polluted with noise and flashing lights, where getting lost in a crowd is a common occurrence. What if packing up the car and making a quick escape wasn’t the only way to set out on a relaxing […]
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Spotlight: Onice Planter Bench
30.04.17
Take a Seat in Paradise Sitting down and relaxing in the outdoors is a special thing. It generates an opportunity to create memories, reminisce about times gone by; to make new friends, reconnect with old ones, or you could simply be passing time. At Urban Effects, we care about contributing to the beautiful moments in […]
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Spotlight: Lorenz Modular Bench
24.03.17
Lorenz Modular Bench Urban areas are designed to give cities character, and are built so residents can enjoy the outdoors at their leisure. Functional, eye-catching urban street furniture is essential in creating these community spaces. Urban Effects Lorenz Modular Benches can transform streetscapes, metropolitan areas, and coastal settings by adding practicality and style to otherwise […]
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Our top 5 ways to improve a communal outdoor space
01.02.17
Choosing the right features and street furniture makes a big difference in the appeal of your outdoor space. Here are our top tips to ensure your park is always filled with happy visitors. 1. Increase green areas Green grassy areas have shown to improve moods, reduce stress and depression, and aid general health as well. […]
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Spotlight: Moonstone park bench
31.10.16
With stone and concrete commercial outdoor seating becoming increasingly popular, the moonstone bench has emerged as a bold statement of what modern decorative benches can be. Shaped like a flat water-skipping stone, this modern bench seat offers a seamless aesthetic appeal and comfortable place to rest. If you’re looking for the perfect centrepiece to complete your outdoor space, […]
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Winning landscape designs
29.08.16
What do a social hotspot and a high-tech business campus have in common? They both showcase a winning combination of clever landscaping and facilities. The 2016 Landscapes Of Distinction Awards saw style, sustainability and design flair come together. And Urban Effects was proud to be involved in two of the standouts: Brickworks Dining Lane and […]
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Using Bamboo in Outdoor Courtyards
23.08.16
Around the world, bamboo is used in a wide range of applications – everything from furniture, craftwork and construction to luxurious clothing, bedding, and cookware. The versatile and fast growing bamboo plant is also an ideal and attractive plant for any outdoor courtyard. Thanks to its low maintenance, durable nature, clumping bamboo makes an excellent […]
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Spotlight: Realgar Bench
16.08.16
The Appeal of Stone What do concrete, marble and granite outdoor stone construction materials all have in common? They are all increasing in value and are deemed as popular stone outdoor furniture alternatives throughout many modern architectural designs. Not only that, but they possess incredible durability in all seasons of the year whilst coming in […]
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