Last week we were proud to participate in the 25th anniversary of the annual Property Industry Foundation (PIF) regatta in Sydney Harbour along with our friends at…

We spent ten days in NYC recently checking out some incredible projects, old and new, like Domino Sugar Park, Little Island, One Vanderbilt, the recently opened Perelman Performing Arts Centre and a new arm of the Highline developed as a…

We are thrilled to announce that Reactivate Consulting has been featured in a recent article by The Urban Developer (TUD) focusing on Sydney's place activation efforts. Our director and co-founder, Andrew Coward, shared his insights, stating…

During the 2023 Uptown Accelerator program, in collaboration with the NSW Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner, nearly 25 diverse districts and high streets in Greater Sydney have been equipped to nurture vibrant places and going-out districts, making Sydney one of the world's finest cities. The program's culminating event, District Showcase Night, awaits the teams as they strive to elevate their districts.

Heritage Lanes, a project we contributed to, proudly secured a groundbreaking 6-star Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of Australia, making it Australia's first net-zero carbon 'in operation' office development. Notable for its reliance on 100% renewable electricity, this achievement reflects a harmonious blend of innovative design and eco-conscious practices.

The Langston, Epping win’s Urban Taskforce Australia's High-Density Residential Development City Award, for 2023.

Together with our delivery partners and funded by the City of Sydney, Reactivate Consulting delivered Surry Hills @Play Festival, a month-long activation programme in Surry Hills, Sydney during April 2023.

Our co-founder, Mr. Andrew Coward has been appointed to the Placemaking Product Council.

Canterbary Bankstowns Campsie Street Festival wins Main Street Award for Best Main Street Place Activation, Event, or Initiative by Supplier/Consultant.

We're excited to start our next project with Westmead Health and Innovation Precinct project, in partnership with the Greater Cities Commission. Our focus is on enhancing the precinct's status as a world-class Innovation District through research and stakeholder engagement. Our work will support the NSW Government's vision for the region and lay the groundwork for collaborative planning. We're dedicated to realizing the precinct's full potential as a hub of innovation and progress. Stay tuned for updates as we work towards a brighter future for Westmead.

We are excited to collaborate with NH Architecture in leading the redevelopment of Canberra's historic Kingston Arts Precinct, transforming it into a world-class cultural hub. The project, in partnership with the Suburban Land Agency, aims to integrate heritage assets, celebrate local culture, and engage the community in crafting a vibrant and innovative artistic landscape over the next 12 months

We're thrilled to partner with Brookvale Arts District (BAD), a hub of creativity and innovation on Sydney's Northern Beaches. BAD's recent win of the Uptown Accelerator Program grant highlights its commitment to excellence. Our role at Reactivate is to support BAD's growth and development, leveraging our expertise in place strategy and government engagement. We're excited to be part of BAD's journey as it evolves into a dynamic cultural center, preserving its rich history and nurturing its creative community.

Reactivate consulting helped Investment NSW - Office of the 24 Hour Economy with their Inaugural Uptown District Accelerator Program in 2022. The program was designed to help aid Sydney’s creative-led recovery from Covid-19 and build vibrant, multi-generational, accessible, and self-sustaining precincts by upskilling existing districts and building the capacity of new ones.

The Reactivate team has been proudly working with the community at The Langston Epping for over four years! This transformational mixed-use development, opposite Epping Train Station, has been a wonderful opportunity for our team to work across the entire lifecycle of a project, from community engagement and placemaking strategy development, right through to on the ground activations!

Embarking on an innovative site tour, we welcomed Michael Rodrigues, the 24 Hour Economy Commissioner for NSW, to experience the transformative vision of Jacksons on George. Led by DTL Entertainment Group with visionary Maurice Terzini at the helm, this three-level marvel promises a modern pub, a lavish restaurant and wine bar, and a sun-kissed rooftop terrace.

Tanvi Varshney has joined the Reactivate team as our Place and Engagement Consultant. Tanvi has recently graduated from the University of Sydney with a Masters in Urbanism (Urban Design) and has experience working in India, Dubai, and Australia.  

Reactivate Consulting's Co-Founder, Mr. Andrew Coward, assumes the role of Co-Chair of ULI Australia’s Sydney District Council, showcasing his expertise and dedication to urban development. The appointment follows a period of effective leadership by Belinda Bentley, aligning with Reactivate Consulting's commitment to excellence in the built environment sector.

We're thrilled to collaborate with the City of Launceston on enhancing the CBD's vitality. Together with SGS Economics and Planning, we're preparing a white paper to address shopfront vacancy and activation issues. Our recommendations will focus on infrastructure, programming, and governance to create a vibrant urban environment.

Reactivate has been engaged by City of Canterbury Bankstown to design and deliver the first Campsie Street Festival, as part of the NSW Department of Planning and Environment’s Festival of Place Open Streets Program, which supports community events and activities that see streets reimagined as places for people.

Sydney's vibrant CBD witnessed the birth of the YCK Laneways Precinct, a dynamic collaboration led by Reactivate Consulting, Time Out, and 15 visionary small bars. The precinct's success reverberated through the city, echoing the importance of lively urban spaces and thriving cultural experiences, aligning with the City of Sydney's draft 2050 Vision, and inviting all to shape the future of this vibrant cityscape.