Complete solutions for community space
Urban Effects works alongside Councils across New Zealand to create quality spaces for people to live, work and play. Together, we reimagine and revitalise urban streetscapes and precincts, parks and recreation spaces with refreshingly different street furniture and end-to-end service and support.
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NZ made, world class quality
The latest designs from NZ and across the globe ranging from versatile modular seating solutions to complete product suites.
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From concept to completion
Design, plan, consult and build with ease and confidence with detailed product specifications, drawings and installation instructions.
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Sustainability focus
An ever-growing range of high quality, durable products made using sustainably sourced, recycled and recyclable materials.
NZ Made
Urban Effects is a proud New Zealand-owned business with local teams, support and manufacturing in both the North and South Islands. The majority of products in our range are designed and made right here in New Zealand at our manufacturing facilities in Whanganui and Rangiora – providing local employment opportunities and delivering exceptional quality street furniture products to suit your place, purpose and price.
What’s more, you experience the level of personalised attention and support you deserve from a team committed to creating outdoor spaces that encourage people to enjoy our fresh air and landscapes.
Sustainability
Just like the Councils and communities we serve, we are constantly striving to find new and innovative ways to make our world safer, healthier, cleaner and greener now and into the future.
We offer a wide choice of high quality, durable street furniture made from sustainably-sourced, recycled and recyclable materials, such as FSC and PEFC accredited timber, aluminium, recycled concrete and wood-plastic composites. We’re focused on sustainability in our operations, too. From the materials we choose and the partners we work with to our ongoing development of more eco-friendly packaging solutions, we’re constantly working to reduce our footprint across our supply chain.
Popular Packages
We’ve got loads of experience in helping New Zealanders enjoy the great outdoors. Our value-packed packages include practical combinations of some of our most popular street furniture solutions designed to suit different needs, spaces and communities.
It’s the smart, savvy and super quick way for you to create places to meet and eat, havens to relax and connect, and encourage a healthy commute with ‘park and ride’ facilities.
Accessibility
Our parks, recreational areas and urban environments should be able to be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of their age and ability. Accessibility is integral to open planning and design and this extends to outdoor furniture, facilities and amenities.
The Urban Effects range includes products specifically designed with accessibility in mind – everything from seating and table settings, to BBQs and drinking fountains.
Latest Projects
Aotea Lagoon South End Renewal
The Aotea Lagoon South End Renewal, led by Porirua City Council, was designed to modernise a much-loved part of one of the city’s major parks. The goal was to create a more accessible and functional community destination while honouring the site’s heritage and natural surrounds. The renewal enhances usability for events and everyday recreation, while […]
Papatakohe Park
Known as “The Town of Trees and Champions”, Cambridge has added a new achievement to its record books with the opening of Papatakohe Park, which features the largest playground in the Waipā region. The impressive site, located in 3MS Development’s Bridleways Estate, has become a destination for the local community to gather, play and connect. […]
Insights
How to Design the Perfect Park BBQ Area
A well-designed park BBQ area can transform a simple outdoor space into a hub for communities, whānau, and friends to gather, relax, and enjoy the outdoors. We’re serving up practical tips and the key “ingredients” for designing the ultimate BBQ area. From choosing the right BBQ itself, to creating smart layouts with seating, shade, and […]
Transforming Outdoor Spaces with Permanent Shelters
Knowing how to create an inviting and functional outdoor public space is a significant aspect of effective urban planning. Arguably, the most impactful element in this process is creating outdoor shade spaces with permanent outdoor shelters. Outdoor shade structures serve a variety of purposes, enhancing both the utility and aesthetic appeal of parks, streets and […]
Urban Planning Vs Urban Design: What’s The Difference?
When building new suburban areas or working to improve current areas, urban planning and urban design are two important concepts that come into consideration. Urban planning and urban design although interconnected, are unique terms. Understanding the difference between urban planning and urban design is crucial for councils, architects and developers who are tasked with creating […]