Innovation Capitalisation™
Innovation Capitalisation™ by MODE is a strategic front-end approach that redefines how projects are conceived, well before design begins. It looks beyond traditional architecture to consider the full lifecycle, potential, and impact of every development on both people and place.
By bringing together designers, expert providers, businesses, communities, and government, Innovation Capitalisation unites diverse stakeholders with a shared purpose: to deliver more CONNECTED, resilient, and future-ready outcomes that leave a lasting legacy for developers, end users, and the broader community.
Central to Innovation Capitalisation are four key pillars, social, economic, environmental, and educative. These guide decision-making and uncover the ‘Capital in Reserve’ within every project. This process acts as a new form of procurement, aligning commercial outcomes with community value and placemaking to create meaningful spaces that truly serve real people. From activating underutilised sites to delivering essential infrastructure in underserved areas, Innovation Capitalisation supports inclusive growth and helps shape better, smarter, and more enduring developments.
SOCIAL
MODE is driven by the belief that successful developments begin with people. Through Innovation Capitalisation, we identify the social drivers behind every project—whether that’s improving liveability, addressing inequity, or fostering stronger community connections. By openly collaborating with stakeholders and listening to local voices, we shape places that are inclusive, responsive, and meaningful. This approach ensures that developments not only function well, but also empower communities, support wellbeing, and create a genuine sense of belonging.
ECONOMIC
Innovation Capitalisation recognises that true value extends beyond financial gain. MODE considers the return on social, environmental, personal, and fiscal investment—assessing a broad range of factors including job creation, community benefit, alternative revenue streams, innovative financial models, affordability, value for money, and total cost of ownership. This holistic approach ensures developments are economically sustainable, commercially viable, and socially impactful.
ENVIRONMENTAL
MODE designs with a deep awareness of how people live, work, and play. Through Innovation Capitalisation, we embed sustainable thinking from the outset—minimising environmental impact, enhancing resilience, and creating opportunities for long-term ecological wellbeing. Every project is an opportunity to leave the environment better than we found it.
EDUCATIVE
MODE believes the built environment can be a powerful teacher. Innovation Capitalisation embeds learning opportunities into every project—supporting knowledge-sharing, skill development, and lifelong learning. By closing the gap between people and place, we help create environments that inform, empower, and enrich lives.
How We Do It
IDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES USING INNOVATION CAPITALISATION™
MODE begins by uncovering not just a project’s intended outcomes, but the core needs driving it. This early insight allows us to identify the project’s ‘Capital in Reserve’—the untapped potential for added social, environmental, economic, and educative value.
EXPLORE IDEAS AND MEASURE AGAINST THE FOUR PILLARS
Each opportunity is measured against Innovation Capitalisation’s four key pillars—economic, social, environmental, and educative. This ensures that every idea is explored through a holistic lens, and design is used to maximise impact where it matters most.
STRATEGISE THE DELIVERY
Drawing on deep expertise and best-practice knowledge, MODE develops tailored strategies that connect innovation with feasibility. We evaluate multiple delivery pathways, quantifying the potential value across all four pillars to support confident, conscious decision-making.
QUANTIFY THE OUTCOMES AGAINST INNOVATION CAPITALISATION FOUR PILLARS
In the final phase, outcomes are clearly defined and measured—giving clients, communities, and partners the evidence they need to invest, collaborate, and support. Demonstrating real, measurable benefits often attracts new partners and improves return across the board.
Innovation Capitalisation™ is not just a process—it’s a mindset. Through continuous research, collaboration and experience, MODE unlocks greater possibilities to create community-focused, future-ready developments.