Burswood Park Signage

Creative Spaces worked with Burswood Park Board to develop a public art concept for Kagoshima Park within Burswood Park that celebrates excellence, leadership and community. Located within a parkland setting, the proposal was designed to create a reflective and inspiring space that honours the achievements of Western Australians.

The concept combines a series of large and small columns to tell
a layered story of award recipients. The smaller columns recognise WA Citizen of the Year recipients from 1973 to 2011, while the larger columns feature individual brass plaques for Western Australian of the Year recipients from 2012 onwards. The design allows new recipients to be added each year, creating a flexible solution that is both practical and enduring.

The design uses a refined black and brass palette to convey prestige and permanence, while durable materials support longevity and low maintenance. The arrangement of the columns was carefully considered to maintain visibility, accessibility and flow throughout the park.

The completed installation transforms Kagoshima Park into a  lasting tribute to Western Australians. It invites public engagement, fosters a sense of civic pride and encourages visitors to reflect on the stories of award recipients, fostering a sense of pride in the achievements and contributions that have helped shape the State.

Photography by Nicholas Putrasia