We were appointed by a developer client as landscape architects for this compact 0.2 ha brownfield site beside a railway viaduct. Our landscape architect scope included an initial sketch landscape design for client approval. We then prepared a landscape architect’s package to support the detailed planning submission.
The existing industrial building will be demolished to make way for a new residential-led development. The architect’s proposal provides 72 residential units with commercial space at ground and Level -1. The scheme comprises two residential blocks. One block rises to seven storeys, while the other ranges between five and seven storeys.
At Level 1, our landscape architect introduced a landscaped zone linking the two buildings. This shared amenity space will serve residents, including children. The landscape design incorporates three play areas, seating and extensive planting. In addition, the planting provides year-round interest and creates a more attractive and usable communal environment.
The architect also proposed areas of the Level 1 landscape zone that cut through the building structure. These openings allow daylight to reach the ground floor and Level -1. Consequently, the landscape architect considered both amenity and environmental quality within the overall design.
At Level 5, the landscape architect designed a second shared rooftop amenity space. The roof terrace incorporates play space, seating and planting. Furthermore, our landscape design carefully considers the arrangement of landscape elements across the terrace. This approach maintains clear access to the building parapet edge. As a result, residents can enjoy long-distance views across the Bethnal Green skyline.
At ground floor level, our landscape architect developed a practical landscape strategy for the site circulation. The design accommodates one-way vehicular traffic from Hollybush Place, commercial deliveries and two accessible parking spaces. Meanwhile, the landscape architect carefully considered the ground plane and pedestrian movement. Contrasting paving materials clearly define pedestrian areas from the vehicle carriageway.
Overall, the landscape architect’s design integrates residential amenity, play, planting, circulation and visual quality within a highly constrained urban brownfield site. The landscape strategy responds to the architectural proposals while creating functional and attractive external spaces for residents and visitors.
Landscape Institutes Work Stages: C to D
Client: Bluecroft Property Development
Architect: StockWool Architects