In a world where rapid urban growth and demand have created a significant challenge of mass underutilised spaces, Spaces x Get Parked makes a compelling case that the land sitting idle between development cycles doesn't have to stay that way.

The business partners with property owners and developers to activate vacant sites during the interim period between a site acquisition and the commencement of construction. Rather than leaving land dormant, Spaces x Get Parked steps in to activate, manage, and monetise the site to generate revenue for its owners while the development planning process plays out.

“When we activate a space it repurposes the space until whatever's next, that’s what gives me a kick,” Steve Gilbert, Founder of Spaces x Get Parked.

What activation looks like

The space opportunities are broader than they might initially seem. Although parking is the most popular usage, the company also transforms office spaces, warehouse storage, and unlock unlimited creative possibilities. "The real challenge isn't limited space, but how we can use it efficiently," the company says. 

The process begins with understanding what the landowner is trying to achieve, followed by a site assessment and a strategic plan developed by the Spaces x Get Parked team. From there, the focus is on getting the site activated and generating income as quickly as possible.

It's a hands-on model. The model focuses on creating immediate value by generating income for our partners, doing our part in enhancing the safety and appeal of our broader community and simply connecting people to useful spaces.The team works as an extension of their partner's own operation, handling the ongoing management and maintenance of each site so the owner can focus on their development pipeline rather than the operational complexity of running an interim use. 

"We measure success by the benefit provided to our clients and remove any financial burden and responsibility for our partners."

Proven track record as a results-driven partner

With more than 250 site activations completed and $30 million in revenue generated for partners, Spaces x Get Parked has built a meaningful track record across Australia's major urban markets.

That scale matters in this space. Interim land activation is a niche that requires both operational expertise and the flexibility to tailor solutions to vastly different sites, locations, and owner objectives. The business has demonstrated it can do both.

For developers navigating the current environment, where feasibility pressures, planning delays, and cost uncertainty are the norm, the ability to generate income from a site before a shovel hits the ground is a meaningful lever. It doesn't change the fundamentals of a project, but it reduces the carrying cost of waiting.

“The huge benefit for us is the cash flow. Where you would normally see a dormant site, you guys keep the cashflow coming. It’s an outstanding partnership....At the end of the day, having money coming in, and the site being maintained and secured… that’s paramount for us.” Matt from Gallery Group commends, a valued partner of the company.

Beyond the financial return to partners, Spaces x Get Parked strive for a broader community benefit. Vacant land can become a liability, attracting safety concerns and degrading the appeal of the surrounding area. Bringing a site into productive use changes that entire dynamic.

Spaces x Get Parked is proving that there is no such thing as wasted space. They are continuously welcoming partnerships with property owners and developers who see the value in turning underutilised land into meaningful opportunities.