from amenity to activation

A New Way to Think About Water in Public Space

About the webinar

Community expectation of public space is changing. With each new generation comes an increased demand for sophistication and experience — for spaces that feel alive, invite connection and give people reason to stay and return. Designed with intention, water can transform a space from somewhere people pass through to somewhere they choose to be.

Yet in many public realm projects, water remains underutilised. The opportunity to extend engagement across the full day, create memorable after-dark experiences and design for the full spectrum of users is there. It simply requires asking different questions at the right stage of a project.

From Amenity to Activation, makes the case for a more considered approach to water in public space. Grounded in evidence and brought to life through built case studies, this session will provide practical considerations for specifying and integrating water with intent, for greater community outcomes.

Included with the webinar are key resources: a practical guide for early-stage projects, the session slides and the session’s recording

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Stu Lierich

Respected across Australia’s public space industry, Stu has helped shape play and recreation projects nationwide. He brings a deep understanding of how design intent becomes built reality and has worked with leading landscape architects and specifiers to translate creative concepts into practical, high-performing solutions that deliver both aesthetic and operational value.

As National Manager at Atlantis Liquid Dynamics, Stu continues to champion design excellence in the aquatic space, exploring how water, people and place connect through imaginative, inclusive design. His perspective bridges creativity and engineering, offering practical insight for those designing the next generation of public spaces.

Stu helps clients navigate the technical and creative complexities of water design with confidence and clarity. His practical approach ensures design intent is carried through to delivery, maintaining the integrity of every concept to create spaces that bring people together in meaningful ways.

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