We were appointed by a developer client as landscape architects for this refurbished development in the Mill Hill Conservation Area. Initially, our landscape architect prepared a sketch landscape design for client approval. The design established the proposed aesthetic and functional approach for the site.
Following approval, our landscape architect developed the information required to discharge the planning conditions. This included drawings showing the spatial arrangement of the site, levels, boundary treatments, car parking, paving and plant material selection. In addition, the planning conditions required a landscape management and maintenance plan. Our landscape architect prepared this information to support the planning process and provide a clear framework for the future management of the landscape.
The two existing buildings had been converted over time to function as a single property with a shared landscape. However, the client intended to separate the buildings so they could operate once again as two distinct properties. Consequently, the landscape surrounding the buildings also needed to divide between the two properties.
Our landscape architect developed a new boundary between the proposed gardens. At the same time, we reviewed the existing and proposed levels to ensure that access routes met the required accessibility standards. The landscape design therefore balanced the needs of accessibility, functionality and visual quality.
The site also contains a significant number of mature trees within the ownership boundary. Therefore, our landscape architect carefully considered their locations, root protection requirements and surrounding ground levels. The final landscape design incorporated the existing trees while accommodating the proposed changes to the site.
The existing buildings form two distinct courtyard spaces, with one courtyard serving each property. These spaces accommodate the required parking provision for each building. In addition, our landscape architect reviewed vehicle tracking within the courtyards. This ensured that service vehicles and delivery vehicles could access and manoeuvre through the site safely.
Overall, our landscape architecture services provided a coordinated approach to the separation of the two properties. The landscape design addressed planning requirements, accessibility, parking, existing trees, boundary treatments and long-term landscape management. As a result, the proposals created functional and distinct external spaces for each property while responding sensitively to the character of the Mill Hill Conservation Area.
Landscape Institutes Work Stages: E
Client: Quinn Developments Ltd
Architect: DGA Architects