We were appointed by a developer client as landscape architects for this 0.23 ha brownfield site. Initially, our landscape architect reviewed the approved planning information and developed a landscape design to meet the client’s requirements. We then prepared a landscape architect’s information package to discharge the relevant planning conditions. Following approval, our landscape architects developed the full tender and construction information package. In addition, our scope included monitoring the landscape works on site and signing off the completed works.
The plot has a linear form, measuring approximately 95m by 24m. Existing site levels are generally flat. To the south, a mature TPO tree stands within the public footway. Meanwhile, several Party Wall agreements were required along the north-western boundary. Vehicular access to the development is provided via a shared carriageway to the rear.
Our landscape architect provided the principal landscape design input at ground-floor level and within the seventh-floor communal roof garden. The roof garden sits towards the southern end of the building.
At ground-floor level, our landscape architects designed private and shared amenity spaces to the rear of the development. The shared amenity space incorporates informal play for under-5s alongside new planting. Furthermore, the landscape design accommodates four parking spaces, substation access and a secure boundary treatment. We also coordinated the proposals with a below-ground attenuation tank within the parking area.
At the front of the building, our landscape architect designed the external entrance areas. These spaces accommodate bridged access over the lower-ground-floor patios to four communal entrances. In addition, the design provides a suitable entrance setting for the ground-floor office space at the southern end of the development.
At seventh-floor level, the communal roof garden forms a series of interlinked landscape rooms. Contrasting paving defines each space, while carefully positioned planters and furniture create a strong sense of enclosure. As a result, several resident groups can use the terrace simultaneously while retaining a degree of privacy.
Our landscape architect also prepared the landscape specification for the roof garden. Purpose-built perimeter planters provide shelter and create an attractive landscape edge. At the same time, the arrangement maintains long-distance views from the terrace. Overall, the landscape architecture integrates amenity, access, planting and residential use across both the ground-floor and rooftop spaces.
Landscape Institutes Work Stages: E - L
Client: Galliard Homes
Architect: Reddy Architecture + Urbanism