We were appointed by a developer client as landscape architects for this 500m² former commercial site. Our landscape architect scope covered the development of a detailed landscape design based on the consented scheme. The design supported our client and the wider project team throughout the approval process.
We then developed the landscape proposals to discharge the relevant planning conditions. Following approval, our landscape architect prepared the full construction information package. We also inspected the landscape works during construction and at completion. This approach ensured continuity from planning through to construction.
The proposed development comprises a 14-storey residential building with 33 flats. Commercial space occupies the ground and mezzanine floors. The building occupies most of the site. Consequently, the landscape design focuses on a narrow strip between the building and the existing site perimeter.
At ground-floor level, our landscape architect designed the external spaces to connect the new building with the existing site conditions. Careful consideration of levels formed a key part of the landscape design. The majority of the external areas comprise hard landscape and paving. Therefore, the landscape architect ensured that pedestrian routes met the relevant Part M accessibility requirements.
The frontage also incorporates secure cycle parking for eight visitor cycles. In addition, the landscape design addresses views towards the existing railway line behind the building. A combination of tensioned wires and climbing plants provides screening while maintaining a compact landscape footprint.
The development also includes a residents’ roof garden. Our landscape architect considered wind exposure and structural loading when developing the roof landscape design. These constraints influenced the selection of planting, materials and edge protection.
A glass balustrade defines the roof garden perimeter. Meanwhile, low-growing planting provides a simple and robust landscape treatment. Together, these elements create an attractive residential amenity space while maintaining clear views across the surrounding area.
Overall, the landscape architect’s role covered design development, planning condition discharge, detailed construction information and construction-stage inspections. This coordinated approach helped integrate the landscape proposals with the architectural and technical requirements of the development.
Landscape Institutes Work Stages: E - L
Client: Mizen Design Build
Architect: Wimshurst Pelleriti Architects