Places4People has selected a number of exemplary case studies from across the Auckland Region, and other parts of the world, which provide useful guidance for our future.

If we don't learn from past mistakes, we will repeat them. If we don't recognise success - or learn from success in other places - or what led to that success - we won't repeat that either.

Popular places for people don't just happen. They must be carefully designed. Youth needs are different from the needs of the elderly. If youth are ignored in design, don't be surprised if they don't visit!