Community
A place where everyone contributes and participates in their own special or unique way in a safe inclusive environment they feel they belong to.
What We Do
We support communities to create a sense of joy and belonging that is theirs.
Who We Are
Together with local communities we facilitate a diverse range initiatives and projects that reflect the ages and culture of the neighbourhoods they are meant to serve.
Come and Play - Out in the Open
Places for Good
founded by Boopsie Maran
Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa
Auckland, New Zealand
Our Purpose
Having spent over 20 years in the Hospitality industry, user experience and customer comfort within places has always been our priority.
We are a dedicated team with a deep understanding for the importance of small neighbourhood actions being the catalyst for meaningful transformation. Prioritising place and the importance of activation, guidance, and care as a means to improve and manage our places. We try to help communicate and celebrate success. This is done through participatory planning projects, thoughtful curation, and positive attention to your mahi (work). Holistically, we are co-designers of age friendly cities that try to change the everyday experience of the people we serve.
Testimonials
“Boopsie is a people person it’s her special talent. I can’t think of anyone who can make you feel more instantly at ease. Anyone more likely to remember the name and birthstone of your second cousin she met seven years ago.
With Boopsie you are either a friend or you haven’t met her yet. It’s that simple.” - Phoebe Parros - Lifetime Co- Collaborator -
Partners
Pride of place is a group effort
Without our collaborations with government agencies, creatives, industry specialist, countless volunteers, and the families themselves, our goal for sustainable communities might never be reached. They never said it takes a village for nothing.
Pallet Kingdom - Women in Urbanism Aotearoa - the Fairy Shop -Toy Library - Auckland Creative Academy - 254 Ponsonby Rd