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Welcome to the South Gardens Issue Lend Lease welcomes you to Elephant Park and a bold new vision for living in the heart of London. Elephant Park is a new residential development designed around a leafy landscape that boasts Central London’s largest new park in 70 years. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy the convenience of Zone 1 London as well as a lifestyle that brings you closer to nature and your community in a vibrant city neighbourhood.

South Gardens is the exciting first phase of Elephant Park. The new homes and facilities are designed from the inside out to enable you to access everything you need to live, work, rest and play in comfort and in style. We use a range of non-toxic and energy-efficient materials to build healthy homes that maximise fresh air, space and light. Our rooftop gardens encourage people to grow food together, while our easy-to-navigate cycling routes, courtyards and gentle pathways form a green network through a diverse natural landscape.

Elephant Park is a world-leading development and one of only 18 projects worldwide that are part of the C40 Climate Positive Development programme, a ground-breaking global initiative to shape the future of sustainable urban development. Through our involvement with the scheme, we are tackling the most challenging issues London is facing with clever green design, cutting edge technology and unusual partnerships with like-minded organisations and experts.

Elephant & Castle is an area rich in history with an established local community and a unique character. We aim to build on these strengths to create a place that not only enhances the local area but will set the standard for future developments around the world.

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“ Elephant Park will be a gorgeous place to bring up children. In years to come, it will become a community with a living landscape at its heart.”

Con ten ts 23 Material difference Pascal Mittermaier, director of sustainability at Lend Lease, explains how intelligent and innovative use of construction materials, paired with cutting-edge architecture, will make a real difference to the quality of life for all Elephant Park residents.

Chris Baines, environmental advisor, writer and broadcaster 05 First nature Elephant Park’s commitment to nature, clean air and wider conservation makes it one of the best places to enjoy life in the heart of London. Three leading environmentalists describe the greenery and wildlife residents can look forward to across the living landscape.

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26 World on a plate Given the diversity of cultural expressions in London, it should come as no surprise that the city’s buzzing restaurant scene is truly global in outlook. We pay tribute to that variety with a pick of the best international cafés, bars and restaurants in south London, just minutes from Elephant Park.

09 In the hub London is a cyclist’s city: its long rows of ‘Boris bikes’, cycle cafés and stylish roadwear brands show a passion that cannot be contained by the Olympic Velodrome. Embrace the capital’s thriving bike culture from Elephant Park, a short ride from the centre’s leading attractions.

15 Cultural visionary Rob Wray, director and founder of Elefest, shares his vision for the future of the annual festival in Elephant & Castle, which celebrates the diversity of local art and culture.

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19 Growth capital Rising numbers of city dwellers are choosing to grow their own fruit and vegetables, whether in shared allotments or terracotta pots on small balconies.

At Elephant Park, Lend Lease is at the forefront of a trend that is seeing London becoming more cultivated by the day.

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33 Welcome to Elephant Park 34 An extraordinary story of transformation London’s most exciting new neighbourhood in a £1.5bn transformation.

38 Perefectly located Located in a prime position in Zone 1 Central London, transport services connect Elephant & Castle to the whole of London.

40 The new green heart of Central London Elephant Park is the new green vision for city living.

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50 Highly cultivated Located on the roof of South Garden Court, the jewel in the crown of South Gardens is a communal grow garden.

52 The height of relaxation Residents’ will benefit from a rooftop function room and a 24-hour concierge service.

54 Neighbourhood of the future Designed by Stirling Prize winners, MaccreanorLavington Architects, South Gardens will feature independent shops, restaurants, cafés and bars.

42 Neighbourhood plan From rich and varied parkland to a new central shopping street – explore the neighbourhood of Elephant Park.

56 South Garden Point The 16-storey red-brick tower adjacent to Walworth Square will be home to 60 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, each with a private balcony or terrace.

44 Park life Grassy meadows, fine lawns and woodlands, the parkland will be truly a delight to behold.

57 South Garden View Featuring 30 homes in total, split into one, two and three-bedroom apartments across six floors.

46 Welcome to South Gardens South Gardens has a quiet, residential feel that reflects the wonderful variety of green spaces it has to offer.

58 South Garden Mansions Two eight-storey mansion blocks (east and west), each with a collection of four duplexes with private gardens, and 30 apartments.

48 Private & tranquil The green spaces of South Gardens are the place to enjoy all that nature has to offer – without having to leave your back garden.

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59 South Garden Court Made up of two-storey duplex homes with private gardens, one, two, and threebedroom apartments, and also boasts rooftop grow gardens.

60 Space to unwind With the appreciation for space in mind, the interior features are designed to make your life easier and healthier.

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69 Lend Lease Creating the best places.

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First nature Elephant Park’s commitment to nature, clean air and wider conservation makes it one of the best places to enjoy life in the heart of London. Three leading environmentalists describe the greenery and wildlife residents can look forward to across the living landscape.

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“ Residents could experience a deep appreciation of nature that is rarely felt in the capital.”

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Elephant Park will host central London’s largest new park in 70 years. In the process, it will also become one of the city’s greenest places to live, with more than a hundred mature trees retained and nearly 300 new trees planted. Over time, the variety and quantity of habitats with trees and plants will attract many different kinds of local wildlife, from songbirds and squirrels to butterflies and even frogs.

What makes Elephant Park really stand out, says Carlo Laurenzi, chief executive of the London Wildlife Trust, is that it “sets out to enhance nature, not just to be mindful of it”. As a result, residents will be completely immersed in nature, whether on the ground or on the roof. Living walls, climbers and green roofs will provide habitats for different plants and wildlife, creating a more balanced ecosystem. In addition, rooftop grow gardens will give people the chance to enjoy the natural environment by taking part in a community activity: growing fruit and vegetables together.

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Carlo Laurenzi, chief executive of the London Wildlife Trust

“The average person living in Elephant Park is likely to see nature from all levels: from their residence; from a distance, when looking towards home; and when walking through the myriad little parks and squares across the scheme,” says Laurenzi. Residents will be able to experience a deep appreciation of nature that is rarely felt in the capital, thanks to Lend Lease’s holistic approach to design. “Hyde Park, for example, is fairly sterile, despite the fact that it’s green,” Laurenzi notes.

“Once Elephant Park has reached a degree of maturity, I would anticipate that you’ll have lots of variability: moist areas, dry areas, treetop habitats, traditional urban gardens and green roofs, for instance,” says Laurenzi. “You might even see some small, localised wet woodlands – a very rare habitat in London.” Laurenzi cites Lend Lease’s decision to retain as many mature trees as possible as a particularly brave one.

“It’s much more expensive, messy and complicated to do it that way round,” he says. “But the trees that are kept positively affect drainage and create shade – two considerations that are really important in a fluctuating climate.”

“ Elephant Park will have a peacefulness that allows you to really hear the birds singing.”

Chris Baines, environmental advisor, writer and broadcaster

By providing the best mix of trees, plants and growing opportunities, Elephant Park will not only attract wildlife and improve drainage, it will also improve air quality. Elliot Treharne, air quality manager at the Greater London Authority (GLA), says Lend Lease is “a very good example of a company working with the Mayor to start tackling the problem of air pollution and taking further steps to improve air quality, both across London and in local areas such as Elephant & Castle.”

The plants throughout Elephant Park, especially the trees closest to the roads, will help absorb air pollution and clean the air. In addition, a network of car-free paths across and around the development will encourage people to cycle or walk, instead of driving.

The result will be a neighbourhood where living a greener, healthier lifestyle is both easier and more attractive.

“Longer term, the design and development of Elephant Park – the buildings themselves and the standards they meet – mean you will get lower emissions in the individual buildings as well,” Treharne adds. “Finally, by creating a more sustainable neighbourhood, by investing in a local transport infrastructure and by encouraging the design of a liveable neighbourhood, where cycling is an easy and attractive option, Lend Lease is also contributing to sustaining and helping mode shift. It’s a multi-pronged approach of improving air quality, which is integrated from the very beginning, in terms of the design of the development.”

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is its retreat-like calm. “Effectively, Elephant Park will be a mature woodland with housing in it,” says Chris Baines, one of the UK’s leading environmentalists. “It will have a peacefulness that allows you to really hear the birds singing.” Baines sees the development as “a natural oasis in the heart of the city”, a vantage point from which to observe songbirds in the spring and rusting leaves in the autumn. He likens Elephant Park to a sanctuary.

“What will dominate the experience of living in Elephant Park is its greenness and close contact with the changing seasons,” Baines explains. “The new landscape added to the existing urban forest is being designed to encourage butterflies and the kinds of wildlife people love to live among.

The area will become a wildlife hub.” Baines adds that Elephant Park’s position near the Thames will make it “a stopping-off point for a whole range of birds”.

“Elephant Park can punch above its weight in terms of being a really important location for nature conservation. There are going to be rivers of green spreading out through the development and beyond,” says Baines. “That will mean people can have contact with nature as they travel around the neighbourhood.”

But, most importantly, Elephant Park will be “a gorgeous place to bring up children”, according to Baines. In years to come, it will become a community with a living landscape at its heart. “The park and the green spaces, the climbers on the walls and the variety of tree canopies will all add up to a green landscape that I think will be loved by the people living there,” Baines concludes. Indeed, there is a real sense that the best is yet to come.

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“ Elephant Park will be a gorgeous place to bring up children. In years to come, it will become a community with a living landscape at its heart.”

Chris Baines, Environmental advisor, writer and broadcaster

London is a cyclist’s city: its long rows of ‘Boris bikes’, cycle cafés and stylish roadwear brands show a passion that cannot be contained by the Olympic Velodrome. Embrace the capital’s thriving bike culture from Elephant Park, a short ride from the centre’s leading attractions.

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IN THE HUB

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Over the past few years, cycling has become the sport of choice for Londoners. Transport for London (TfL) reported a 150% increase in cycling as a mode of transport between 2000 and 2011, and that figure is set to rise sharply. A great way to unwind, breathe fresh air and exercise, cycling already offers a pleasant alternative to a daily commute across London’s Tube network. And with plans to set up a grid of new cycle routes in Central London already underway, city dwellers can look forward to a joinedup cycling network that makes it even easier to start – and keep – pedalling.

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ow, more than ever, there is a sense that London’s cyclists are riding on the crest of a wave, rather than fixed gears. Bradley Wiggins’ gold medal win at the 2012 Olympic Games, and historic Tour de France win, has given the sport a new lustre. UK Sport’s Gold Event Series plans to bring 70 world-class cycling events to the UK by 2019, including the 101st edition of the Tour de France in 2014.

Elephant Park is at the very centre of the cycling revolution: with over 3,000 secure bicycle parking spaces, a series of cycle workstations for residents and up to 90 new docking points in its Barclays Cycle Hire scheme, the development is designed to make cycling as easy as possible.

Signed cycle routes promise to improve connectivity, while a dedicated cycle clinic can be relied on for swift, convenient repairs.

Best of all, Elephant Park sits within easy reach of London’s top cultural and gastronomic attractions, from the National Theatre and Shakespeare’s Globe on the riverside to the bustling market stalls of Spitalfields. Here are 20 of the most exciting places to cycle to in less than 20 minutes from Elephant & Castle.

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Imperial war museum 3 minutes, 0.7 km Delve into the Imperial War Museum’s extensive archives for rare insights into family life in wartime Britain, espionage and more. A major restoration, due to be completed by Lend Lease in July 2014, will pave the way for the largest exhibition of British First World War art for nearly a century. Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park provides a vibrant green backdrop for the museum.

Lambeth Road, London, SE1 6HZ +44 (0)20 7416 5000 www.iwm.org.uk

Borough Market 6 minutes, 1.7 km A haven for chefs and enthusiastic cooks, Borough Market brings together some of the country’s finest food and drink producers under its wrought-iron roof. Find everything from artisan sourdough loaves and shade-dried limes to phials of white truffle oil.

White Cube Gallery 6 minutes, 1.8 km

Tate Modern 6 minutes, 1.8 km

Maltby St Market 6 minutes, 2.0 km

The biggest commercial art gallery in the UK boasts a 60-seat auditorium, bookshop and rigorous education programme, as well as a series of installation spaces dedicated to emerging and established contemporary artists.

The vast turbine hall of the Tate Modern, which occupies the former Bankside Power Station, leads visitors to a cascade of major works by Matisse, Rothko and many more. Small wonder the gallery attracts nearly five million visitors each year.

Greek honeys, hot waffles and olive leaf tea are among the many treats on offer at Ropewalk, a cluster of market stalls concealed in converted railway arches on Maltby Street.

144-152 Bermondsey Street, London, SE1 3TQ +44 (0)20 7930 5373 www.whitecube.com

Bankside, London, SE1 9TG +44 (0)20 7887 8888 www.tate.org.uk

National Theatre 8 minutes, 2.4 km The National Theatre has produced more than 700 plays since it opened in 1963, including recent hit comedy One Man, Two Guvnors. Equally impressive are the photographic exhibitions in the foyer.

8 Southwark Street, London, SE1 1TL +44 (0)20 7407 1002 www.boroughmarket.org.uk

The Oval 8 minutes, 1.9 km Shakespeare’s Globe 6 minutes, 1.7 km

Maltby Street, London, SE1 3PA +44 (0)20 7394 8061 www.maltby.st

This waterside theatre is a careful reconstruction of the 1599 Globe, the Elizabethan playhouse where Shakespeare presented – and acted in – many of his most famous works.

The Oval was the first UK cricket ground to host international Test cricket, back in 1880. Since then, it has evolved into a popular sports ground for football, rugby and hockey matches, in addition to the summer’s final Test match.

21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT +44 (0)20 7902 1400 www.shakespearesglobe.com

Surrey County Cricket Club, London, SE11 5SS +44 (0)844 375 1845 www.kiaoval.com

South Bank, London, SE1 9PX +44 (0)20 7452 3000 www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

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IN THE HUB Design Museum 10 minutes, 3.3 km

The Scoop 10 minutes, 2.6 km Throughout the summer, this sunken amphitheatre plays host to al fresco film screenings, music performances, staged productions and community events. The best bit? Events are open and free to all.

Set up by Sir Terence Conran, the Design Museum celebrates creative thinking and contemporary design as paths to innovation. Previous exhibitions have covered subjects as varied as Christian Louboutin’s vertiginous stilettos and the design ethos of Dieter Rams.

British Museum 12 minutes, 3.6 km The world’s first national public museum is filled with historic artefacts from across the globe, including Chinese ceramics, Babylonian tablets and Viking coins.

The bronze figures are especially memorable.

Shad Thames, London, SE1 2YD +44 (0)20 7403 6933 www.designmuseum.org

Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG +44 (0)20 7323 8299 www.britishmuseum.org

Queen’s Walk, London, SE1 2DB +44 (0)20 7403 4866 www.morelondon.com

Spitalfields Market 12 minutes, 3.8 km London’s oldest market welcomes fashion, art and food traders, alongside a range of independent shops and boutiques. Particularly good is the chocolatier Montezuma’s, which offers bars spiked with lime, salt and dragon ginger, among other ingredients.

Brushfield Street, London, E1 6A www.spitalfields.co.uk

Trafalgar Square 10 minutes, 3.3 km Home to Nelson’s Column and the frequently changing Fourth Plinth, Trafalgar Square is an essential port of call for its historic statues and intricately carved fountains.

Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN +44 (0)20 7983 4750 www.london.gov.uk

Covent Garden 10 minutes, 3.3 km The Royal Opera House and the London Transport Museum are just two of the cultural highlights found alongside Covent Garden’s famous cobbled piazza, which is known for its imaginative street performances.

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Exmouth Market 14 minutes, 4.1 km

Barbican Centre 16 minutes, 4.2 km

Criss-crossed with fairy lights, the cobbled street of Exmouth Market makes a romantic backdrop for its quirky stalls, cosy bookshops and Moorish tapas bar, Morito.

Europe’s biggest multi-arts and conference venue prides itself on staging dance, theatre and music performances that escape definition. Plus, the London Symphony Orchestra resides here.

Exmouth Market, London, EC1R 4TL www.exmouth-market.com

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Profile: Rob Wray, Director and founder of Elefest Hyde Park Corner 14 minutes, 4.4 km In addition to being the meeting point for Knightsbridge, Park Lane and Piccadilly, Hyde Park Corner is home to war memorials and Wellington Arch, a majestic gate that was originally designed as an entrance to Buckingham Palace.

The vast green space the park has to offer also makes it a meeting point for London’s communities, as well as a natural stage for seasonal festivals and outdoor concerts.

Brixton Market 15 minutes, 4.8 km

Oxford Circus 15 minutes, 4.8 km

Brixton’s African and Caribbean influences make for a truly vibrant market, split across street stalls and covered arcades. Don’t leave without trying the delicious Neapolitan-style pizza at Franco Manca.

This popular shopping district is lined with internationally renowned department stores and flagship retailers, including Selfridges, John Lewis and Liberty. A must-see during sale season.

Electric Avenue, London, SW9 8JX www.brixtonmarket.net 1 4 | Elep h a nt Pa rk

Columbia Road Shops & Flower Market 15 minutes, 5.0 km The best place to buy locally sourced blooms, bulbs and hanging baskets is edged by a neat line of independent shops selling perfume, vintage clothing and delicious strawberry bon bons.

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“The original idea behind Elefest, was to celebrate the culture and creative diversity of Elephant and Castle. I wanted to give local artists a stage, a chance to perform and show how good they were”.

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ob Wray, director and founder of Elefest, shares his vision for the future of the annual festival in Elephant & Castle, which celebrates the diversity of local art and culture.

Elefest has come a long way since it began as a small event in October 2002.

“The original idea behind Elefest,” says its founder Rob Wray, “was to celebrate the culture and creative diversity of Elephant & Castle.” His aim was to shift outsiders’ perceptions of the area. “I wanted to give local artists a stage, a chance to perform and show how good they were” he says.

In many ways, the festival was borne out of frustration. “I was bored of artists sitting around, talking and not much happening,” Wray admits. “Because my background was in film and in organising festivals, I was the one who made it happen.” To this day, his role has not changed. “There are a handful of us,” says Wray, quick to dispel any misconceptions that the festival has a big team behind it.

“We’ve always been punching way above our weight.”

Over the past 12 years, Elefest has grown into a firm favourite in the London calendar, beloved by neighbours and visitors alike. Part of the festival’s success is due to its deep involvement of local people. “The biggest lesson we learnt was that the more local people got involved, the bigger the audience. And that creates momentum, which attracts people from outside. You’ve got to look at the bigger picture” says Wray.

His strong personal connection to the festival’s setting is clear. “I’m originally from the area,” he explains. “I grew up in Walworth and have moved a mile in 40 years!.”

Although Elefest was founded on film, it was always intended to go beyond the confines of the cinema.

“If you concentrate solely on one art form, you’ll quickly reach a cul-de-sac,” Wray warns. As a result, the festival has a progressive spirit that sets it apart from many others in London. “You could make 1 6 | E lep h a nt Pa rk

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the argument that what we were doing with the festival was creating pop-ups before everyone was calling them popups,” says Wray. “We set up cinemas all over the area, from the middle of the estates to the shopping centre.” Indeed, “coming from a background of not really letting people tell you that you can’t do something” is the source of Wray’s creativity.

“It’s been great,” Wray reminisces.

“Every year has had its own highlights and moments where we think, ‘This is doing something positive.’” Wray has particularly fond memories of a screening of the film This is England at the Coronet Theatre, followed by performances from local artists Trojan Sound System and Top Cats. “Every seat – and there were around 500 of them – was full,” he says. Similarly, in 2008, the festival hosted an outdoor screening of The Wizard of Oz in a courtyard framed by some of the last Victorian tenement buildings surviving in London.

“Everyone was there – children, families. It was lovely,” Wray smiles.

Perhaps more than any other festival, Elefest has stirred feelings of curiosity and wonder in even the most unlikely places. One year, Wray converted an underground roundabout into a warren of “photographic avenues”, a gallery hidden from plain view. “On the launch night, we gave wine to people passing through,” he says. “Most people, because of their perceptions of the subways, usually went through them really quickly or not at all. The point was to give people a reason to linger. It was a powerful moment when late one night we spotted someone who was cycling through stop to have a look.”

Wray describes the 2013 edition as one of the biggest yet. “The publicity we got based on the festival was overwhelmingly supportive,” he says, referencing glowing reviews across London’s media outlets.

Highlights included a pop-up cinema, night market and even a treasure hunt that saw dozens of children look for clues dotted around the local shopping centre.

Meanwhile, Richard Reynolds, a local resident, encouraged visitors to become “guerrilla gardeners” for an afternoon and plant blooms in unexpected places.

“We had Stephen Humphrey, a local historian who has released a book about Elephant & Castle, give a presentation about the area,” Wray goes on. “That was nice because he originally gave a talk about six years ago, but the book hadn’t been written at that stage. So there’s a sense of continuity.” The event also saw local actor Johnny Harris stage a special screening of his film, London to Brighton – a screening that Wray believes created a ripple effect: “Having someone like Johnny, who has a high profile in the film industry, come along, show a film and talk about it helps other people think: ‘Actually, I might be able to do something similar.’”

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Cultural visionary There is a real sense of momentum building behind the festival and Wray has big plans for its future. “The main idea is to build on the success from last year, to keep raising its profile and involving local artists and people,” he says. “Ultimately, we want the festival to become an annual celebration of all things Elephant and become one of the biggest events of its kind in London.”

Wray also hopes to continue the festival’s long association with film.

“We started a film festival that evolved into something else,” he says. “It would be good to keep that going, given the legacy of former residents such as Charlie Chaplin and Michael Caine.”

After all, The Coronet was where Chaplin made his debut on stage. However, Wray’s ambitions go far beyond preserving the festival’s roots. “Of course, the festival is about the moving image, but it’s also about people harking back to the days before the war, when Elephant & Castle was full of theatres, cinemas and performers – either living or working there,” he explains. “We want to recreate or reimagine the area the way it was then.”

The real reason Wray puts on Elefest year after year is the sense of community it engenders. “It’s that feeling of bringing people together, creating something, being part of something,” he explains.

What he doesn’t want is for the festival to be seen as a “UFO that descends on Elephant & Castle once a year”. Tellingly, “circus” is the word Wray uses to capture the essence of Elefest: there is magic – and a feeling of exhilaration – in the event’s transience. But, above all, “it’s really about a love of the area as it is, as it was and as it will be,” says Wray. And that love shows no signs of faltering.

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There is magic – and a feeling of exhilaration – in the event’s transience. But, above all, “it’s really about a love of the area as it is, as it was and as it will be,” says Wray. And that love shows no signs of faltering.

Rising numbers of city dwellers are choosing to grow their own fruit and vegetables, whether in shared allotments or terracotta pots on the smallest of balconies. At Elephant Park, Lend Lease is at the forefront of a trend that is seeing London becoming more cultivated by the day.

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ver since 2005, when there was an upswing in the grow-your-own movement, urban gardening has remained a popular pursuit for Londoners. Back then, the push towards gardening was part of “a collective interest in traditional values such as crafting and baking”, says Matthew Wilson, managing director of Clifton Nurseries. But recently, a more aesthetic and holistic approach to gardening has emerged that values bees and biodiversity as much as the ability to self-sustain. Wilson offers a simple explanation: “Perhaps the tastes and interests of those who were attracted to gardening a few years ago are maturing.

They are beginning to get excited about the visual side of gardening.”

way that goes well beyond borrowing a cup of sugar. “Gardening is one of the most extraordinary ways for people to come together around a shared objective,” says Wilson. “It’s completely selfless. It’s all about the connection with people and the connection with the space.” Indeed, Capital Growth, a project that supports people who wish to grow food in London, found that 71% of those who have used its growing spaces made a new friend with someone in the neighbourhood or local area as a result of getting involved in the events, activities and training days it offers. Since the project launched in 2008, it has seen 124 acres of food-growing

At Elephant Park, Lend Lease is creating communal grow gardens, located on the roof of South Garden Court. It provides 40 plots to plant and nurture fruit, vegetables and herbs.

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The trend continues apace. Growing numbers of schools are introducing gardening to the curriculum, while those living on the outskirts of the city are capitalising on urban farming as a source of extra income. This year, entrepreneurs Richard Ballard and Steven Dring set up 'Growing Underground' by converting former World War II air raid shelters in Clapham into an underground farm that uses LED bulbs to grow pea shoots, rocket, Thai basil and edible flowers, among many other exotic and heritage varieties.

Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux Jr is a director of the company, which plans to sell its first harvest by the end of the summer.

High-rise residents, meanwhile, are quickly discovering that gardening helps them get to know their neighbours in a

spaces installed across the capital – the equivalent of 69 Wembley football pitches.

Green shoots are also beginning to appear in retail environments. FARM:shop, “the world’s first urban farming hub”, opened in Dalston in 2011. The shop sells produce harvested from its aquaponic fish farms, rooftop chicken coop and indoor allotment. Francesco Manacorda, former curator of the Barbican, said the shop would bring “an emerging kind of art to a wider public: art that is interested in cycles, natural materials, growth and roots, rather than ‘original’ creations that hang, disconnected, in time and space.”

The sheer number of gardens springing up across the capital is staggering. “There are about three million urban gardens in London, believe it or not,” says Carlo Laurenzi, chief executive of the London Wildlife Trust. Laurenzi believes gardening is enjoying a surge in popularity because it helps unite communities. The activity also gives time-poor professionals a chance to restore balance to their increasingly hectic lifestyles. “Community horticulture brings people together and, more importantly, it’s a distraction to the very busy lives people lead in the capital,” he says.

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Limited space doesn’t have to be an issue. “In London, you’re highly unlikely to become self-sufficient from the food you are able to grow, but what you can do is supplement your weekly shop,” says Williams. A good way of tracking just how much money you could save is Capital Growth’s Harvest-ometer, a tool launched last year that lets users calculate their

‘garden savings’ each year. The service reveals how many meals have been grown, in addition to the cash value of those meals.

But where to begin? At Elephant Park, Lend Lease is creating communal grow gardens, located on the roof of South Garden Court, creating 40 plots to plant and nurture fruit, vegetables and herbs. The attractive growing space will be maintained through a residents’ gardening club and it will give people a real opportunity to get to know their neighbours.

Williams recommends that those new to gardening start with the basics, such as salad leaves or herbs. Her personal favourites include potatoes, peas and beans. “Even though you can pick up potatoes cheaply, there’s something about the taste of your own – especially when you grow heritage varieties,” Williams says.

Similarly, the humble pea is appealing because it grows in a “beautiful formation”.

Growing a mix of different crops will increase your chances of success. “Focus on perhaps five crops – a few simple, a few experimental,” Williams suggests. “Grow some from seed, some from plant. And think about perennials – annual plants that, once established, will be there year after year, so you don’t have to start from scratch.” Finally, if in doubt, ask around.

“Gardeners are really forthcoming: they want to share their experiences and help others,” says Williams.

The rooftop grow gardens in Elephant Park’s South Gardens

Sarah Williams’ top 5 produce to grow in London

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Pascal Mittermaier, explains how intelligent and innovative use of construction materials, paired with cutting-edge architecture, will make a real difference to the quality of life for all Elephant Park residents.

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such as rosemary or thyme are perennial and add great fragrance!

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Healthy home interiors in Elephant Park – South Gardens

EP How would you describe the Healthy Homes in Elephant Park? What are the benefits of living in one?

PM A Healthy Home is one you would be happy to have your children grow up in – a home designed around fresh air and natural light. Our windows will be large enough to ventilate an entire home and our homes will be surrounded by the many trees in London’s biggest new park in 70 years.

I could quote many famous studies that show how children learn faster and how people in offices work better in environments with ample fresh air and natural light. But those elements make up just one chapter of the Healthy Home concept.

We have also ensured the materials we use on features such as kitchens, counters and cabinets, have been reviewed by a Healthy Living specialist. We are only working with paint companies that can assure us their products are non-toxic (very low volatile organic compounds), for example. We are actually testing a new paint, which, through photocatalytic properties, helps remove harmful toxins from the air.

And don’t forget that you’ll also be living in a place where you can walk or cycle to most of the things you need to do. Cycling and walking are among the most important activities you can take part in to stay healthy.

And for the times that you may need a car, we are happy to offer the first residents in Elephant Park a free three year membership in a car club. Our focus is on transport that is relevant to living in the heart of a truly modern city.

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Lend Lease’s CLT tower development ‘Forté’ in Melbourne, Australia

A Healthy Home is one you would be happy to have your children grow up in – a home designed around fresh air and natural light. Our windows will be large enough to ventilate an entire home and our homes will be surrounded by the many trees in London’s biggest new park in 70 years.

EP How are the Healthy Homes connected to parts of the wider development, such as the park?

PM There is a clear link between the inside and the outside of our development: indoors, space is divided to maximise natural light and other desirable features; outdoors, our grow gardens encourage people to eat in a healthier way. Our aim is to bring back qualities that have been forgotten or sacrificed over the years.

The attention to detail seen in the park – on nature, trees, biodiversity – is continued with our choice of materials; our scrutiny for toxins and chemical compounds; and our emphasis on the importance of circulating fresh air throughout the home. It’s not just about the fact that the inside of your apartment is healthy. Both our indoor and outdoor concepts are tied together.

EP Elephant Park uses a number of clever construction materials. What made you choose cross-laminated timber (CLT) for some of the building structures?

PM There are several important benefits.

First, timber is fundamentally a natural material: as it grows, it captures and locks away carbon; when you cut it down, you can plant new trees. It’s a much cleaner, more renewable resource than concrete or steel.

Second, a great benefit of CLT is the time saved in construction. The timber is pre-cut in factories and all the pieces arrive on the back of a truck in the right order, and can be very easily assembled on a construction site.

For example, it took five builders only 51 days to assemble the CLT structure of the Forté 10-storey tower Lend Lease built in Melbourne, Australia. A concrete structure would have taken four months longer to build.

‘Forté’ – Balcony

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EP How has CLT evolved over the past few years?

PM The biggest development we’ve seen is that you can build higher and higher with the material.

We’ve already surpassed 10 storeys in Australia and we hope to surpass that height on our project in the next few years.

CLT is already commonplace in Germany, Austria and Scandinavia, but it has yet to hit the mainstream in the UK. We are bringing the technology from the continent to Britain.

Elephant Park will be one of the first major residential developments using CLT in the UK. EP What does sustainability mean to you?

PM The textbook definition of sustainability is to maximise the way you live now – without depriving future generations of the same opportunity. But another way to look at it is this: sustainability only occurs if you can demonstrate you have achieved a benefit to people, planet and profit. Too many times profit is used as the only measure of success. There has to be a winwin-win in all areas for us to view something as sustainable: we must strike a balance between those three components. Focusing on nature and communities will always create a more valuable outcome. This is my passion – finding great “people, planet, profit” outcomes.

‘Forté’ – Living area

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The third benefit is that you can make a much more airtight home with CLT – that is, one that seals well. The fabric efficiency of your home could be increased dramatically, almost to the point of a Passive House standard, which means you could reduce your heating bill in a major way.

In addition, the money that potentially could be saved from not installing so many heaters and radiators could be used to invest in other sustainable innovations such as toilets that recycle shower or sink water. Essentially, CLT allows you to pack in much more sustainability for the same price.

EP Ultimately, what do you hope to achieve with Elephant Park?

PM It would be great if all the projects we are working on became an example to other cities tackling the same issues we face. We’ve already had people from Tokyo, Stockholm, Copenhagen and other major cities come to our site to ask how we’re doing. It would be amazing if Elephant & Castle were heralded as an example of how cities should design their homes, parks and transport networks in the future.

WORLD LEADING PLANS Living at Elephant Park will put you at the heart of a world-leading development, as it is one of just 18 global projects in a flagship programme of the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group (C40) that is taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across the world’s megacities.

The C40 Climate Positive Development programme was created in partnership with the Clinton Climate Initiative and aims to make important changes at a local level, in order to solve climate change globally.

The programme challenges the world’s greenest major urban regeneration projects to become models for the large-scale cityscapes of the future. We have developed a plan to make the Elephant & Castle regeneration ‘Climate Positive’ by the year 2020. The plan looks at how we will use innovation, technology and a commitment to nature and effective management of resources not just in our homes but in the wider community as well.

Lend Lease also has two other projects in this programme – Barangaroo in Sydney and Victoria Harbour in Melbourne – reinforcing our claim to be the world’s leading deliverer of sustainable urban regeneration.

Lend Lease’s Barangaroo development in Sydney, Australia

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WORLD ON A PLATE Brasserie & Wine Bar Toulouse Lautrec French

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Brothers Nolan and Florent Regent have transformed this former English pub into an old-world Parisian brasserie and wine bar, complete with live music.

The loft upstairs attracts acclaimed jazz musicians, including award-winning saxophonist Tony Kofi and blues pianist Eric Ranzoni, while the basement dining room, La Cave, serves a tasting menu by candlelight. Steak tartare, slow-cooked pork belly and garlicky snails are among the Gallic staples you’ll find here. The chocolate fondant, accompanied by a scoop of pistachio ice cream, is the perfect end to any meal.

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iven the diversity of cultural expressions in London – more than 100 languages are spoken across 30 of the capital’s boroughs – it should come as no surprise that the city’s buzzing restaurant scene is truly global in outlook.

South London, in particular, is a hub of international activity: it brings together vibrant strands of local cuisines from the far corners of the world, from Thailand and northern Spain to England’s seaside towns and back.

Southwark is a natural meeting point for different cultures.

As a result, its food is beautifully nuanced – restaurants blend

contemporary presentation and flavours with a rich seam of global references. The borough’s large and vibrant Latin American community, in particular, brings a genuine warmth to the area, which finds full expression with places such as La Bodeguita – a restaurant that captures the nation’s colourful, expressive approach to food and offers edible souvenirs from its deli counter.

We pay tribute to that variety with a pick of the best international cafés, bars and restaurants in south London, just minutes from Elephant Park.

140 Newington Butts, London, SE11 4RN +44 (0)20 7582 6800 www.brasserietoulouselautrec.co.uk

Est. India Indian Est. India offers a refined take on Indian street food. Dishes are created with regional flair: note the Keralan chicken curry or its prawn counterpart, which draws on the culinary traditions of West Bengal.

The restaurant serves tender lamb chops, kebabs and king prawns, marinated with aromatic spices and roasted in the tandoor oven. The dosas – skinny lentil and rice crepes, served with sambar and coconut chutney – are a high point. Also good is the kheer, a south Asian rice pudding flavoured with cardamom and saffron.

73-75 Union Street, Flat Iron Square, London, SE1 1SG +44 (0)20 7407 2004 www.estindia.co.uk

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Baltic Eastern European As its name suggests, Baltic pays homage to eastern Europe, a part of the world that is beginning to shape food culture far beyond its borders. Blinis, pickles and potato pancakes dominate the à la carte menu, which strikes a fine balance between pared-back minimalism and decadence. The cocktail list is a celebration of vodka in all its forms, from Żubrówka (bison grass) in martinis to clean Beluga, muddled with berries.

Book one of the private dining rooms for a special event.

74 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8HA +44 (0)20 7928 1111 www.balticrestaurant.co.uk Ele p han t Park | 27

WORLD ON A PLATE Dragon Castle Cantonese A promising alternative to Chinatown’s busy dining rooms and barbecue kitchens, Dragon Castle is the place to enjoy exciting Cantonese food.

Behind the firehouse-red doors and stone dragons is a spacious restaurant that serves hot platters of stir-fried vegetables, sweet-and-sour king prawns, roast duck and more, alongside a range of homemade dim sum. Celebrate Chinese new year here with a selection of traditional dishes, accompanied by lotus root slices, sea moss and Chinese mushrooms. Adventurous diners should try the steamed eel with black bean sauce.

José Spanish José is the eponymous sherry and tapas bar of chef José Pizarro, who is often described as “the godfather of Spanish cuisine”. Its moreish small plates stretch from crisp croquetas and layers of nutty Ibérico ham to salted Padrón peppers, brought in from Galicia. With just four tables, this small, unassuming bar has an intimate and cosy atmosphere that makes it a welcome retreat from the busy stalls of nearby Borough Market. The décor is rustic and rough-hewn, and the food is comfortingly traditional.

100 Walworth Road, London, SE17 1JL +44 (0)20 7277 3388 www.dragon-castle.com

104 Bermondsey Street, London, SE1 3UB www.josepizarro.com La Bodeguita Latin America

“We have a mix of cultures around us. Everyone has a choice and, for me, that’s very exciting.”

This family-run restaurant and delicatessen brings a jolt of Latin America to Elephant & Castle, which is home to London’s largest Colombian population. Visitors can enjoy empanadas (stuffed pastries) or zingy ceviche with tropical cocktails. Dishes come with fried plantain, cassava chips and chimichurri, a bright green sauce that enlivens grilled meats. The mood is lively and the setting informal. Try a carajillo (black coffee with brandy or whisky) to revive your spirits on your next shopping trip. Alternatively, return in the evening to take part in the energetic salsa dancing.

Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre, London, SE1 6TE +44 (0)20 7701 9166 www.labodeguita.co.uk 28 | E lep ha nt Pa rk

Diana Sach, owner, La Bodeguita

Zucca Italian With its homemade pastas, rich gelati and extensive wine list, this neighbourhood Italian gives guests a taste of la dolce vita without ever having to leave SE1.

184 Bermondsey Street, London, SE1 3TQ +44 (0)20 7378 6809 www.zuccalondon.com

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WORLD ON A PLATE Velo Vietnamese

Alchemy Food Market Indian

Banh mi baguettes, fragrant pho and lemongrass tofu rolls are just some of the culinary delights on offer at this Vietnamese hotspot, which lets visitors order using state-of-the-art touchscreen kiosks.

Sample the many flavours of south Asia at the Southbank Centre’s annual festival, which spotlights regional street food from some of the capital’s leading chefs.

Henna artists and fashion stalls complete the offer.

104 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2TH +44 (0)20 7407 9310 www.velorestaurant.com

16-26 May Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX www.southbankcentre.co.uk

The Lobster Pot French Seafood is the focus of The Lobster Pot, a Kennington favourite that opened more than 20 years ago. The menu runs the gamut from grilled sea bass and poached haddock to wonderfully fresh lobster, cooked to order.

3 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 4RG +44 (0)20 7582 5556 www.lobsterpotrestaurant.co.uk

Wahaca Mexican “Mexican market eating” is the concept behind Wahaca, the colourful restaurant chain co-founded by former Masterchef winner Thomasina Miers. The Waterloo location features recycled railway sleepers on the walls and crunchy, chipotle-tinged tacos on the menu.

119 Waterloo Road, London, SE1 8UL +44 (0)20 3697 4140 www.wahaca.co.uk

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“ I have seen Elephant & Castle get better and better…

Today, it brings in people from all over the world.”

Hervé Regent, owner, The Lobster Pot

Champor-Champor Malaysian / Thai Malaysian and Thai cuisines collide at Champor-Champor, which flings together exotic ingredients (think papaya, Szechuan peppercorns and sambal) with ease. Best is the beef rendang, cooked in coconut milk and herbs.

62 Weston Street, London, SE1 3QJ +44 (0)20 7403 4600 www.champor-champor.com

Topolski Eastern European Topolski is a new bar and café, set within the former studio of Polish-born artist Feliks Topolski. It offers charcuterie, cured fish and an impressive array of vodka infusions: cucumber, horseradish and tarragon, to name a few.

150-152 Hungerford Arches, Concert Hall Approach, London, SE1 8XU +44 (0)20 7620 0627 www.bartopolski.co.uk

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WORLD ON A PLATE The Tommyfield British Named after the 19th-century market that housed the UK’s first fish and chip shop, The Tommyfield specialises in British classics such as pie and mash, roast beef and sticky toffee pudding.

185 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 4EZ +44 (0)20 7735 1061 www.thetommyfield.com

Welcome to Elephant Park GROW IT LOCAL At Elephant Park, we’re already cultivating the next generation of local cafés, restaurants and businesses in our pop-up retail space for start-up and creative businesses. Drop into Artworks Elephant from May 2014, located on Elephant Road, at the northern end of the Elephant Park site.

Here you can sample the culinary skills and events put on by the likes of www.elephantshack.com and much more!

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AN Extraordinary STORY OF TRANSFORMATION

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Over the next ten years, the Elephant will become London’s most exciting new neighbourhood in a £1.5bn transformation that will evolve and enhance its identity. Lend Lease is working with Southwark Council to restore the area to its rightful place as one of the most dynamic and well-connected places to live in London. As part of this work, by 2025, the area will welcome 3,000 new homes, over 50 shops and Central London’s largest new park in over 70 years.

ONE THE ELEPHANT 284 homes from 2016

ELEPHANT PARK Nearly 2,500 homes by 2025

TRAFALGAR PLACE 235 homes from 2015

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Our vision is to create a place full of life in Central London’s new green heart. A vibrant, established neighbourhood, where everybody loves to belong.

An al fresco café in Trafalgar Place

In the next two years, Lend Lease will complete the first impressive regeneration sites, One The Elephant and Trafalgar Place. Elephant Park represents the final significant step in this transformation and this decadelong project will cover a vast and green 9.7-hectare area at the heart of Elephant & Castle.

The transformation will ensure that the neighbourhood is easier to get to and from, with investment in improved transport links, and cycleways and footpaths that are well-lit and well-looked after so travel is safe and convenient.

And it will be greener: far, far greener.

At the heart of our development, the brand new park will become an amazing green asset for the people who live and work here – not only in terms of having a beautiful place to relax right on the doorstep, but in environmental terms too. The park is one of several ways we’ll be tackling air pollution and carbon emissions – all of which have contributed to the Elephant & Castle regeneration programme being one of just 18 development projects worldwide that are certified as designed to be climate-positive.

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Our transformation of the Elephant by 2025:  Over 50 new shops and restaurants  Nearly 3,000 new homes  Central London’s largest new park in over 70 years  Over £30m invested in transport improvements  Up to 100 new cycle-hire bikes  Low-carbon energy centre  A commitment to at least 1,600 trees, both existing and newly planted  A new community leisure centre by spring 2015

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PERFECTLY LOCATED

Located in a prime position in the heart of central London, Elephant & Castle is an excellent transport hub, with one mainline train station, a Zone 1 tube station and links to 28 different bus routes. Fast and frequent London Underground

College of Communication) and some of the best views of London from an elevated position.

Among its many hidden gems are leafy Victorian streets, authentic restaurants and interwoven layers of green spaces.

for entertainment seekers and commuters alike.

The area also benefits from a network of good schools (four classed as outstanding), two London universities (London South Bank University and London

services connect you to the whole of London via the Northern and Bakerloo lines. From the tube station, you can reach the popular attractions of the South Bank in just four minutes and the West End in 10 minutes – perfect

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The new green heart of central london Elephant Park offers a unique opportunity to be part of a new green vision for city living, defined by unrivalled access to inner-city nature and community spaces that bring people together in a relaxing, enjoyable way.

The 9.7-hectare development, set in a leafy park landscape, will accommodate almost 2,500 homes, as well as over 50 shops, restaurants and cafés – a mix of independent specialty shops and established brands that make shopping as convenient and fun as it should be. In addition, flexible workspaces will give SMEs the opportunity to grow local businesses and benefit the community as a whole.

You will find healthier options for your journey to work, with many green transport options to choose from. What’s more, you’ll never have to search for a good place to park or fix your bicycle, or for a charging port for your electric car, as Elephant Park will offer 90 new cycle-hire bikes, over 3,000 bicycle spaces – more than one for each home – and charging ports for electric cars in every phase.

Signposted cycle routes and pedestrian-friendly quiet paths add up to a well-rounded green route network with clear health benefits.

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Every aspect of Elephant Park is designed with your wellbeing in mind. The rich and varied parkland, which will include two pocket parks, delightful play areas and lush foliage, will enable you to experience Central London living at its greenest. A central shopping street, dotted with cafés and places to buy specialties from independent artisans, and a new outdoor market planned for next door to Elephant Park are just some of the places you will be able to enjoy an afternoon of shopping and leisure. Meanwhile, signposted cycle routes and paths will transport you across the parkland at a leisurely pace.

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South GARDENS South Gardens is the first and most family-oriented part of the scheme, with 360 homes including the only townhouses and the largest proportion of three and four-bed houses. The buildings range from low-rise townhouses to mid-rise mansion blocks and a 16-storey tower, all set around generous internal courtyards and amenities, including up to five new shops. This phase will form an attractive edge to the new Walworth Square, an area that houses the heritage-listed Walworth Town Hall, which will offer a variety of civic uses.

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West Grove West Grove will front onto the new central shopping street, as well as Walworth Square and the listed Town Hall. It will offer approximately 580 homes in a range of different sizes, set within two tall buildings and a series of mansion blocks. The shops, community services and cafés will suit all tastes and needs, providing convenience on your doorstep.

Park Central Park Central is ideally located for the artisan shops and cafés planned for the central shopping street, as well as the al fresco park-side dining offered by the restaurants along the park promenade as well as leisure facilities. There will be approximately 620 homes – a combination of family-sized duplexes and apartments, set within tall buildings and mansion blocks.

West Grove Square With approximately 250 new homes located near Elephant & Castle railway station and alongside a planned new outdoor market next door. West Grove Square will have a strong community feel and easy access to Elephant Park’s leisure facilities and restaurants.

East Grove Designed as a haven for small businesses, East Grove is poised to become a hub for innovation, creativity and talent. East Grove will provide approximately 665 homes and flexible working spaces. Alongside this, expect to find a health club and landmark tower that completes the distinctive skyline.

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Park life With its grassy meadows, fine lawns and patches of woodland, the parkland of Elephant Park will be truly a delight to behold. We have made a commitment to plant 282 new trees across the site, which might range from Snowy Mespilus with starry flowers to Hornbeams that take on shades of rust in autumn. They come in addition to the 124 retained mature trees, which are helping to attract wildlife and purify the air – an essential consideration for good health.

An abundance of play areas and seating areas will give people of all ages the chance to relax and unwind in this fantastic green space. The whole park has been designed to look great from every angle, even from the al fresco restaurants along the promenade, which let you make the most of the leafy scene while enjoying a lively dinner or a cozy Sunday brunch. Finally, alongside rain gardens that help to reduce flooding naturally by soaking up rain water and slowly releasing it back into the soil, the trees also help by taking up water through their roots.

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Welcome to South Gardens South garden point

RESIDENTS’ function ROOM

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True to its name, South Gardens has a quiet, residential feel that reflects the wonderful variety of green spaces it has to offer.

The development comprises 22 houses and eight apartment buildings, which are a mix of mid-rise mansion blocks and a tower, that vary in scale from six to 16 storeys. Its 360 homes look out over three residents' courtyards, with ample play areas and relaxed seating. The green landscape stretches from the generous courtyards, where new trees, living walls and green roofs will help to filter the air.

In South Gardens there is no shortage of green transport options. There are 420 bicycle spaces in total, meaning each home will have at least one bicycle space, as well as access to dedicated bike maintenance and cleaning areas. A fifth of the 69 basement parking spaces will include charging ports for electric cars and another fifth will have the potential to be fitted with electric points in the future.

However, there is no need to own a car, as the first residents to move in will also receive the benefit of a three-year car club membership.

All residents will enjoy the convenience of a 24hour concierge service and a spacious lobby. Even those living in smaller households can enjoy larger gatherings with friends and family, with access to a residents’ rooftop function room, complete with a generous terrace overlooking the London skyline.

Best is the communal grow garden, with 40 plots to plant and nurture fruit, vegetables and herbs. South Gardens will also face a vibrant new shopping street that runs throughout Elephant Park, where residents will have the chance to discover independent, artisan shops, alongside cafés and bars.  Three generous courtyards  420 bicycle spaces  69 basement parking spaces  Spacious lobby  24-hour concierge service  Rooftop function room  Communal grow garden H E YG AT E S T R E E T

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PRIVATE & Tranquil Wisteria

South Gardens provides exclusive access to three beautifully landscaped courtyards, where mature London Plane trees will grow alongside newly planted trees such as Tibetan Cherry, Turkish Hazel, Lime and Ornamental Crab Apple, to name but a few of the different species currently planned.

This is the place to enjoy all that nature has to offer – without ever having to leave your back garden.

Contemplative seating areas will offer a chance to relax in the dappled shade of the trees, while play areas will encourage young children to spend more and more time playing outdoors in nature from a very young age.

The roof space will be designed to include photovoltaic panels that absorb solar energy and specialist planting on green roofs. Around 150 cubic metres of the walls will be covered with colourful and delicately scented climbing plants such as Jasmine and Wisteria.

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The jewel in the crown of South Gardens is a communal grow garden where residents can work with the gardening club to plant and nurture fruit, vegetables and herbs in the 40 plots.

Located on the roof of South Garden Court, the attractive and unique growing space will help residents get to know their neighbours and work with them to cultivate fresh and healthy food. The garden will enhance South Gardens' community.

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The welcoming lobby

THE HEIGHT OF RELAXATION Residents of South Gardens will benefit from a 24-hour concierge service, initially located in the ground-floor lobby of South Garden Point.

A living wall of vertical plants will welcome visitors into a warm and lush space, complete with comfortable seating, and double-height ceilings. Like all the private spaces in South Gardens, the lobby is designed around authentic materials that last, from timber panelling to stone paving that connects the spacious interior with the natural courtyard just beyond the entrance.

The rooftop residents’ room on the 16th floor, which comes equipped with a kitchenette and toilet, will be the perfect place to celebrate special occasions, watch the sun set or meet through a residents' club. The south-facing communal room will be flooded with natural light: concertina windows fold back so the room opens onto a large wooden deck, overlooking the gleaming towers of Canary Wharf. Its versatility and generous size means you’ll be able to host groups of friends for film nights and parties.

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Neighbourhood of the future

Designed for tomorrow

Up to five independent shops in South Gardens will form part of a vibrant shopping street that runs through Elephant Park.

Designed by MaccreanorLavington Architects, who won the Stirling Prize for a residential scheme in Cambridge, South Gardens features a collection of modern buildings, which range from three to 16 storeys in height. Over half of the 360 homes in South Gardens are built from Cross-laminated timber (CLT), a building material that dramatically improves the fabric efficiency of the homes it is used in and uses sustainably sourced timber in a faster, cleaner, safer and altogether better build process. The crosslamination process makes it extremely strong and far superior to standard timber frame construction. The resulting building is durable and stable, and has naturally good thermal insulation, which in turn creates superior indoor air quality.

The wider development will be served by more than 50 shops, restaurants, cafés and bars, as well as the nearby Elephant & Castle shopping centre.

But, here, emphasis falls firmly on the experience and convenience of shopping, possibly complemented by a café or deli offering.

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Lend Lease is also committed to using timber that is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) throughout our projects, which enables us to reduce the impact of your home on forests around the world and all those who live near them.

By living more sustainably we can help to reduce the world’s CO2 emissions and slow down the damage being done to our planet.

At Elephant Park, you can make your contribution to sustainable living, thanks to the effort we’ve put into eco-conscious design.

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South Garden Point South Garden Point is a 16-storey red-brick tower, adjacent to Walworth Square on the central shopping street. It features 60 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, each with a private balcony, including 27 wheelchair-adaptable homes. The tower will be framed by shops at the ground level and wide, plant-lined pavements that lend a distinctly leafy feel to the public spaces.

The double-height lobby with adjacent gymnasium will offer a 24-hour concierge service, while the roof will welcome residents to a communal room. The tower will have excellent views of the landscaped courtyard, which will look south towards Crystal Palace, west onto the central shopping street and north to the Elephant Park and beyond.

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A smaller tower than its neighbour with direct access from Wansey Street, South Garden View will feature 30 homes in total, split into one, two and three-bedroom apartments across six floors, all with private balconies. A cluster of shops at the base of the building will face onto the central shopping street. The east side of the building will enjoy views over the landscaped courtyards, while south-facing rooms will look towards Crystal Palace and those in the west will face the central shopping street.

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South Garden Mansions South Garden Mansions comprises two eight-storey mansion blocks (east and west). Each block has a collection of four spacious two-storey three-bedroom duplexes, at ground and first floor, each with front and back gardens opening up onto the greenery of the South Gardens courtyard. The upper levels of South Garden Mansions contain 30 apartments, including one and two-bedroom residences, each with a private balcony.

All homes are built with cross-laminated timber (see page 23) and the building’s pale brick exterior forms a lovely contrast with the surrounding foliage.

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South Garden Court This L-shaped mansion block provides five two-storey duplex homes, each with three bedrooms and private gardens; 48 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, spread over six floors; and two-storey ‘skyplexes’ on the top floors, which offer enviable views over Canary Wharf and the Shard, capturing the experience of living above roof level with triple-aspect views. South Garden Court also boasts a residents' rooftop grow garden.

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Space to

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Modern and stylish, the homes in South Gardens show a keen appreciation for space, attention to detail, texture and high-quality finishing – as you’d expect from a Lend Lease home. Private terraces and balconies extend your living area into the beautiful outdoors. Every home offers the same authentic take on contemporary living, whether it’s an apartment or a duplex. Whichever you choose, you’ll find the same level of clever design inside and out. The open-plan layouts of the kitchens and living areas have built-in storage to reduce clutter, making the homes feel larger, lighter and more airy.

All of the interior features are designed to make your life easier and healthier. Wherever possible, we use responsibly sourced and manufactured quality materials with recycled content to make it easy for you to lessen your impact on the environment.

Large opening windows are placed to maximise daylight and the fresh air that flows through the homes, and the eco-friendly, non-toxic materials we use in our paints, products and finishes have a positive effect on health: they improve air quality and do not affect allergies as much as their traditional counterparts.

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Our homes are designed with your health in mind and we have worked closely with an independent ‘Healthy Living’ expert to ensure each home is designed to maximise clean air which helps to promote good health. The result is that each home uses high-quality, non-toxic materials, including timber flooring sourced from verified FSC timber suppliers.

Kitchen, bathroom and floor finishes are available in a choice of light or dark colour schemes, the homes are also built for comfort: underfloor heating to the living area and bedrooms provides a reliable and constant source of warmth, while a filtered ventilation system ensures that you can breathe fresh air indoors.

With floor-to-ceiling heights of 2.5 metres, the main living areas are designed to maximise daylight.

Interiors flow seamlessly from the balconies or terraces, giving a feeling of expansive space both inside and out. At the heart of the home will be a bespoke kitchen, crafted with the utmost care and the sleekest of finishes, such as units without handles and white goods that require less energy than their traditional counterparts.

Every feature – from the recessed LED downlights, dual-flush toilets and efficient-flow shower heads, to the double glazing and superior fabric efficiency throughout – is designed to save energy. By meeting the Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 – with energy-efficient lighting and heating, water-efficient fixtures and better insulation and ventilation – the homes will be approximately 30% more energy efficient than current regulations require, and enable you to use 30% less water than the average Londoner.

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We’ve taken care of the sustainable design so that you can help the environment without changing your lifestyle.

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The cool, contemporary interiors of South Gardens’ spacious homes show the benefits of sustainable design on all aspects of life, from providing clear views and generous natural light, to enabling you to breathe fresh air without even stepping outside.

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Specification Interior Finishes

Bathrooms / Ensuites

Building fabric

Management and Security

External Communal areas

Non-toxic materials used for interior finishes Two colour palette options available (subject to the stage of construction) Engineered timber flooring to hallway, kitchen and living room Carpet to bedrooms (timber flooring upgrade optional) White painted plasterboard ceilings, walls, skirtings and architraves White painted solid core internal apartment doors Timber veneer entrance doors to apartment Contemporary high quality ironmongery Utility cupboard, or room, housing heating and hot water controls, electrical switch board and washer dryer Built-in wardrobe to master bedrooms (and 2nd bedroom in 3 bed homes) Double glazed windows with sliding or casement doors to balconies, terraces and back gardens

White contemporary sanitary ware as indicated on plan White bath with bath panel and shower rail over bath with semi frameless glass screen White shower tray with shower rail and drench head with semi framless glass screen Chrome thermostatic bath/shower mixers White semi-inset basin with chrome monoblock mixer tap Composite stone vanity counter White dual flush floor mounted WC with concealed cistern and soft close seat Large format contemporary floor tiling Floor to ceiling contemporary white staggered bond wall tiles to selected walls Fitted storage cabinet with mirrored door and side shelves Heated chrome towel rail Ground floor cloakroom/WC (duplex apartments and townhouses only)

Reinforced concrete frame and slabs on raft foundations (South Garden View and South Garden Point) Reinforced concrete frame and slab to ground and first floor with high efficiency, sustainable Cross Laminated Timber (“CLT”) structures above (South Garden Mansions, South Garden Court, The Garden Houses) Brick cladding with high performance window system Soundproofing of walls and floors separating homes to outperform current Building Regulations

Development designed in liaison with police to ensure security (secure by design) CCTV system in public realm and building entrances 24-hour concierge service Electronic access control to buildings Street facing properties have individual front doors Multi-locking system to front door of each home Audio visual door entry system to each home Interconnected mains supply smoke/ heat detection system with battery back-up to each home 10 year NHBC warranty to each home

Landscaped streets and gardens around the development Lush communal courtyard gardens accessible by residents only Residents’ grow garden on the roof of South Garden Court

Kitchens Bespoke contemporary kitchen with handle-less doors Composite stone worktop Stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap Ceramic tiled kitchen splash back Energy efficient appliances - Bosch (or similar) Stainless steel fronted electric oven Induction hob and integrated ventilation hood Integrated full-height fridge/freezer Integrated stainless steel microwave oven Integrated multi-function dishwasher Space saving waste and recycling bins

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PRIVATE OUTDOOR SPACE Private outdoor space to all homes Well-proportioned balconies and terraces with metal balustrades to apartments Landscaped gardens to front doors, and well-proportioned back gardens to Town Houses and duplex homes Decking finish or pavers to all private outdoor space

Electrical fittings Energy efficient recessed ceiling downlighters throughout Television (terrestrial and Sky+) points to living room and master bedroom Condensing washer / dryer machine in utility cupboard Contemporary white switch plates and sockets throughout, with brushed stainless steel sockets to kitchen splashback Fresh air ventilation to each home Task lighting to underside of kitchen wall units and bathroom cabinets Shaver socket integrated in bathroom cabinets Super-fast broadband

Communal Areas Main lobby with living wall and feature finishes Residents' function room on the 15th floor of South Garden Point Residents' gym facility on the ground floor of South Garden Point Passenger lifts and stair access to all floors Carpeted floors and painted walls to upper level communal corridors Ground floor refuse /recycling store Parcel storage services provided by concierge Apartment mailboxes located in each main communal core entrance. Duplex apartments and Townhouses letter boxes in individual front doors

Transport Cycle storage for every home in lockable communal stores (two cycle spaces for homes with more than 2 bedrooms) Cycle maintenance areas near cycle stores Car parking and motorcycle parking spaces available to purchase with selected homes Electric vehicle charging points 3 years’ free car club membership to first occupant of every home 3 years' free cycle health checks at monthly ‘bike doctor’ sessions (by appointment)

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Kitchen view – light colour palette

Heating Centralised Combined Heat and Power (“CHP”) system providing individually metered heat and hot water to each home Underfloor heating to living rooms and bedrooms Individual thermostatic temperature controls in all main rooms

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My Lend lease,

By Rob Heasman Development director, Elephant & Castle

We’ve started an Elephant Effect...

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ur redevelopment of over nine hectares in the heart of Elephant & Castle won’t just change the face of this fantastic part of Central London; it will transform people’s expectations of urban regeneration projects around the world.

Over the next ten years, Elephant Park will become the green jewel in the crown of London’s most exciting neighbourhood. As well as having almost 2,500 new homes – from stunning apartments to homely modern terraces – Lend Lease will create over 50 new shops, cafés and restaurants, and office and community facilities and at the heart of our development, we’re creating Central London’s largest new park for over 70 years.

We are focused on the long-term vision and leaving a positive green legacy which will set the worldwide benchmark for building successful urban communities. To achieve this, we’re also committed to transforming the wider area by contributing over £50 million towards improvements to local transport, education and infrastructure. What’s more, we are planting 1,200 trees in the wider neighbourhood as part of our commitment to greening the area and restoring links to nearby open spaces. Elephant Park is also designed to take advantage of the close proximity – via walking or cycling – to London’s employment hubs and the cultural richness on the South Bank of the River Thames.

We are really proud to present our first phase, South Gardens, which is designed by award-winning architects MaccreanorLavington Architects. South Gardens represents a fantastic opportunity to be the first purchasers on Elephant Park, offering the best value new-build residential in Zone 1 London. The homes are designed to surpass space standards and environmental performance, and will make the most of fabulous views of leafy parks and the London skyline.

“We are focused on the long-term vision and leaving a positive green legacy which will set the worldwide benchmark for building successful urban communities.”

Creating THE BEST places

One The Elephant, Elephant & Castle, London

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ith over 50 years’ experience, Lend Lease has an unparalleled track record in creating lively, sustainable new neighbourhoods, productive workplaces and retail destinations. In short, places where people love to live, work and visit. We have also successfully transformed areas in need of investment and regeneration into flourishing urban quarters around the world.

Communities, clients and partners trust us to create positive legacies – from funding projects right through to developing and constructing state-of-the-art buildings and infrastructure, including large-scale health facilities, street networks, roads and bridges.

We strive to create a more enjoyable world to live in, where our homes and communities can really benefit the people that live, work and socialise within them. It’s about creating healthier environments, exceptional design, stronger communities, a sense of belonging and an improved way of life.

It’s not simply what we build that matters… it’s what we leave behind.

Trafalgar Place, Elephant & Castle, London

Glasshouse Gardens, Stratford, London

Bluewater retail and leisure destination, Kent, UK

Rob is part of the Leadership Team on the Elephant & Castle project and has been with Lend Lease for nearly four years.

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Find out more Whether you’re looking for a new home to live in or invest in, or both, for more information about Elephant Park, please contact Lend Lease: P 020 3675 9955 E welcomehome@lendlease.com W www.elephantpark.co.uk

The Life | The Heart | The Elephant The information and images contained in this document are illustrative and/or indicative only as at February 2014 of the finished product and are subject to change. This includes any design detail, individual features, colours, services, furniture, furniture layouts or landscaping. All dimension sizes are approximate, are subject to variations, and should not be relied upon. The information herein should not be relied upon as accurately describing any of the specific matters under the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and the Business Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. The information in this document does not constitute a contract or warranty.

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