Smart Growth Series

Exploring how the SEQ region can grow smarter, not just bigger. The Smart Growth Series looks at ideas, planning and projects that focus on good design, connected transport, higher density housing and long term city resilience. Follow the series as we explore the opportunities and challenges shaping Brisbane’s future.

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Latest Smart Growth Series News

Architectural rendering depicting the Roma Street Canopies concept, illustrating a speculative vision for landscaped public space and pedestrian connections above the rail corridor. Images by bureau^proberts and Render House Studios

Roma Street Canopies Concept Puts Forward New Vision For Inner City Green Space

Roma Street Rail Vision

By Brisbane Development

16 December 2025

Architectural rendering of PsiQuantum's Brisbane quantum computer, offices and research labs

Inside PsiQuantum’s $1 Billion Plan to Build the World’s First Useful Quantum Computer in Brisbane

PsiQuantum's Brisbane Photonic Quantum Computer

By Brisbane Development

21 May 2025

Aerial view of Mode’s Bougainvillea Bridge concept, connecting Toowong to West End with a sculptural, flower-wrapped pedestrian and cycle link.

Mode Unveils Twisting Green Bridge Concept for Toowong to West End

Green Bridge Concept for Toowong to West End

By Brisbane Development

17 May 2025

The Queen Street Mall (lower section) at 2:30pm on a Sunday now resembling a ghost town after BCC removal of Pig'n'Whistle + Concepts to bring back vibrancy

Queen St Mall Vibrancy Has Faded after Removal of Retail Pods + Ways to Revitalise

Queen Street Mall, Brisbane City

By Brisbane Development

29 January 2025

AI rendering of a Brisbane street with lots of tree cover

Greening Brisbane’s Streets: We Need Action for a Cooler, Walkable City

Brisbane, the River City, is renowned for its subtropical climate, offering residents…

By Brisbane Development

8 January 2025

Northshore Vision 2050 - Stadium Concert Mode. Image: The Brisbane Design Alliance

Why a Northshore Olympic Stadium Trumps Victoria Park & Gabba Rebuild

Northshore Hamilton Olympic Park Proposal

By Brisbane Development

1 November 2024

Northshore Vision 2050 - View from North-East. Image: The Brisbane Design Alliance

Northshore Vision 2050 Unveils Ambitious Legacy Plan Beyond the Brisbane Games

Northshore Vision 2050

By Brisbane Development

20 August 2024

Architectural rendering of PRAX Studio's vision for Mt Coot-Tha Quarry

From Quarry to Landmark: PRAX Studios’ Iconic Vision for Mt Coot-Tha

PRAX Studio has unveiled an ambitious vision to transform the Mt Coot-Tha…

By Brisbane Development

30 July 2024

Drawing of Rotherham Hotel Streetscape. Source: Plus Architecture

Cutting Corners Will Result in a Cycle of Disposable Development

Building Better

Concept drawings of Northshore Olympic Park

We Can Do Better: Rating Proposed Olympic Sites & Why Northshore is the Winner

Why Northshore is the clear winner for Brisbane's Olympic Park

By Brisbane Development

23 April 2024