A Sunshine Coast-based design, art and photography studio, led by Shane Hastings.

Shane Hastings is the founder of Iluka, a design and art studio that specialises in storytelling for the built environment. With over 15 years of experience, Shane transforms ideas into reality through placemaking, public art, landscape design, 3D visualisation, signage, wayfinding, and photography. He works closely with clients and creatives to craft immersive experiences that result in engaging, impactful outcomes.

Shane’s approach is grounded in a holistic perspective, focusing on the important elements of each project to ensure they feel cohesive and right. Iluka’s work spans placemaking, public art, landscape design, 3D visualisation, visual communications, signage and wayfinding, and photography, creating meaningful experiences that bring ideas to life.

As an artist, Shane draws inspiration from the Sunshine Coast, his travels, and the emotions these places evoke. He focuses on capturing the unique stories and characteristics of each project, blending creativity and practicality to shape environments that resonate, are respectful and inspire.

Iluka’s Services

Landscape design
Placemaking & public art
3D modelling & visualisations
Immersive 3D fly-throughs & virtual reality
Master planning graphics
Wayfinding strategies & signage design
Graphic design & visual communications
Architectural & landscape photography

Notable Clients

Bark Architects
Bligh Tanner
Bundaberg Regional Council
Burwood Council
Habitance Architects
Jacobs
Noosa Council
Place Design Group
Sunshine Coast Council

Awards

Winner — AIA Sunshine Coast Regional Award 2023, Cool Homes for Sunshine Coast Design & Educational Campaign

Finalist — LGMA Award for Excellence 2023, Finalist in Innovation for Mooloolaba Foreshore Stage 2 ‘Central Meeting Place’

Education

BA Art & Design — University of the Sunshine Coast, 2009

Community Groups

TurtleCare Sunshine Coast Volunteer — 2023 and 2024
Sunshine Coast Open House — 2023 to Present