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Pride Flag Pathway, City of Merri-bek

The City of Merri-bek delivered an inclusive Pride Flag pathway at the front of Michelle Guglielmo Park in Brunswick, creating a vibrant public symbol of diversity, equality and inclusion.

To ensure the installation would perform as both public artwork and public infrastructure, Council required a durable, slip-resistant surface capable of maintaining vibrant colours in a high-traffic pedestrian environment. OmniGrip Direct CST was selected for its proven performance on bespoke flag murals and community artwork projects.

Client: Merri-bek City Council

Timeline: 2026

Client problems

Long-Term Durability 
Create a Pride Flag installation capable of withstanding ongoing pedestrian traffic and outdoor exposure. 

Pedestrian Safety  
Provide a safe and accessible surface for pedestrians without compromising the artwork design.  

Colour Performance  
Maintain vibrant flag colours that accurately represent the Inclusive Pride Flag.

Ease of Maintenance
Deliver a surface that remains easy to clean and maintain within a public environment.

Our solution

Durable decorative surface

OmniGrip Direct CST was selected due to its experience and proven performance on bespoke flag murals and community artwork projects. The system combines vibrant custom-matched colours with a durable, slip-resistant surface designed for high-traffic public environments.

Collaborative delivery

OmniGrip worked closely with the City of Merri-bek throughout planning and installation to ensure the artwork achieved both the desired visual outcome and practical performance requirements. The project was completed within the specified timeframe, delivering a safe, accessible and easy-to-maintain community asset.

Detailed results and impact

  • Durable public artwork
    A hardy surface treatment designed to provide long-term performance in a public setting.

  • Safe & accessible
    A slip-resistant pathway that supports safe and accessible pedestrian movement.

  • Vibrant, easy-to-clean finish
    Colours remain visually striking while providing a surface that is easy to maintain.

  • Delivered on schedule
    The artwork was completed within the specified timeframe through proactive planning and project delivery.

“We chose OmniGrip because of their experience with bespoke flag murals and because the materials proposed were considered appropriate for the job. The treatment is hardy, proven to be long-lasting, safe and accessible for pedestrians. The colours are vibrant and easy to clean. Matthew Ellul from OmniGrip was proactive during the planning stage, calm under pressure and completed the artwork within the timeframe specified. We would recommend OmniGrip for their professionalism and quality workmanship.”

– Derek Pigdon, Senior Urban Designer, City of Merri-bek

Results at a glance

  • Durable public artwork designed to provide long-term performance in a public setting
  • A slip-resistant pathway that supports safe and accessible pedestrian movement
  • Vibrant, easy-to-clean finish
  • Quick and easy installation with low maintenance