big space is a creative placemaking consultancy specialising in civic spaces and public art.
Local stories, big ideas and social impact inform our approach to planning and designing public places.
We have been facilitating and producing successful urban projects for over 15 years, including some of Melbourne’s most loved and admired destinations.
Vanessa Walker is an experienced creative director and cultural planner with a background in
architecture and the arts and extensive experience in urban development.
Working in public sector and consultancy roles, Vanessa has helped establish successful public venues and programs, from Federation Square to civic spaces, campuses and destinations around Australia.
Big Space has an established network of exceptional designers, artists and thinkers who collaborate on projects.
Place making services
Engagement
• Cultural research
• Community consultation
• Creative collaborations
• Communications
Strategy & Planning
• Place activation
• Urban design
• Cultural facilities
• Public programs
Creative Projects
• Public art
• Event spaces
• Heritage interpretation
• Installations
Advice
• Arts management
• Design facilitation and review
• Place management
Our Projects & Clients
We have been fortunate to work with many inspiring clients on our projects: