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Liz Lake Associates | Chartered Landscape Architects
LIZ LAKE ASSOCIATES : URBAN PUBLIC SPACES At Liz Lake Associates, we are landscape architects,
We assist our clients to prepare early for planning
urban designers and landscape planners. With the
submissions by providing thorough baseline
growing interest in our environment, the need for
studies and impartial assessments, and we use
high-quality and well-planned outdoor space has
our skills to apply veracity and appropriateness
never been greater. From public parks to private
to our work. Liz Lake Associates has a long and
gardens, and from urban extensions to town
successful record as expert witness at public
squares, elegant, inspiring and safe places provide
inquiry for matters affecting the landscape, views
a positive and lasting benefit to our quality of life
and ecology.
and well-being. As a medium sized practice, we are small enough Our approach to projects is holistic, no matter
to offer individual care and attention to projects,
how large or small. From the outset, we start with
and large enough to offer a comprehensive
a fresh vision, take a broad view to assess the
range of skills for the largest and most complex
context, find local inspiration, devise a strategic
landscape schemes.
and sustainable approach, and propose creative solutions.
SURVEY AND ANALYSIS
LANDSCAPE STRATEGY / DESIGN BRIEF
Site Landscape Survey
Landscape Framework Drawing
Analysis of Landscape / Urban Context
Strategic Design and Design Codes
Landscape / Urban Character and Visual Impact Appraisal
Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment
Conceptual Design and Masterplanning
CONSULTATION Consultation with Client, Design Team and Local Authority
Public Engagement and Stakeholder Events
Graphics and Presentation Boards
PROPOSALS
DETAILED DESIGN
Outline Hard and Soft Landscape Proposals Drawings
Detailed Planting Proposal Drawings, Plant Schedules and Specifications
Landscape Design Report
Photomontage
Coordination Drawing for Tree Planting, Sight Lines, Services and Street Lighting
Principal Designer Role [CDM 2015]
Detailed Construction Drawings Package, including Proposed Levels and Setting Out information
Detailed Hard Landscaping Proposals, Drawings and Specifications Arboricultural Protection Drawing
Design and Access Statements
CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE
Tendering and Contract Administration
On-Site Construction Management
Clerk-of-Works Maintenance and Management Plans
As built drawings
Landscape and Nature Conservation Management Plan
SOUTH OXHEY
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WATFORD
outh Oxhey initiative is a £150 million
Liz
regeneration project in the heart of South
conceptual masterplan for the scheme instilling
Oxhey adjacent to Carpenders Park Station.
the key ideas which were taken forward into
Described as the “gateway to the town centre”
the approved scheme. Those of creating a high-
this mixed-use scheme will provide 514 new
quality scheme which held the community at its
homes, vibrant retail spaces with a supermarket
core.
Lake
associates
worked
on
the
initial
and a high-quality market square with can be used to host large community advents.
Client
Images
Private
North Elevation block section Sketch of areas and communal space links Front podium visualisation
A SCHEME OF THE HIGEST QUALITY WITH THE COMMUNITY AT ITS CORE
CAXTON WORKS
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CANNING TOWN, LONDON
iz Lake Associates are working in Partnership
steel and ‘industrial’ style furniture with urban
with Tooley Foster Partnership for Galliard
play equipment. The smaller roof terraces specific
homes on this exciting development, delivering
to the individual towers utilise a lightweight
the innovative new 2.2 acre (0.89 hectare) mixed-
approach and almost post industrial reclamation
use project. The development comprising 336
feel which encourages multi-species rich habitat
exclusive apartments and penthouses, central to
and boardwalk access. At street level and central to
London’s most prolific regeneration master plan
the development focuses on the pedestrianisation
– The Royal Docks. Royal Gateway will comprise
of the existing Hoy Street reflecting high quality
five apartment blocks and private landscaped
paving palatte, insitu street furniture giving a
areas including podium landscaped gardens and
thriving market style surrounded by 13 commercial
terraces.
units,
creating
a
vibrant
new
‘cosmopolitan
market’ atmosphere for the entire community. Liz Lake Associates was briefed with the realisation
The pedestrianized street of creative, local retail
of a previous concept scheme for the landscape,
and artisan space which give the new residential
problem solving and designing an amphitheatre
community structure, focus and vitality. The vision
over two stories in the podium deck. Each block
is for the surrounding streetscape to become a
has its own podium consisting of mixed age
vibrant market-style pedestrian space with a mix
multi use play, specified to compliment the bold
of studio workshops, authentic local retail outlets,
modern architecture and industrial heritage of the
cafés and al fresco eateries that will create a vibrant
local area. This is reflected by the use of corten
atmosphere for the new community.
Client
Architect
Images
Cathedral Group/
The Tooley &
Diverse streetscape and terraces
Galliard Homes
Foster Partnership
Integrated play spaces on roof podiums Bespoke signage to entrance and public realm
A VIBRANT ATMOSPHERE WILL BE CREATED FOR THIS NEW COMMUNITY WITH A MIX OF RETAIL OUTLETS AND EXCLUSIVE
CGI: © Galliard Homes
APARTMENTS WITH BESPOKE ROOF PODIUM DECKS
WALTHAMSTOW STADIUM
WALTHAMSTOW, LONDON
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pened in 1933 by William Chandler this
incorporate a series of open spaces linked by a
iconic stadium eventually closed in August
hierarchy of activity circuits and trim trials both
2008.
Having been featured in the Blur album
within the site and the surrounding area. These
Parklife and in the film Snatch the site is to be
pedestrian/cycle friendly trails are intended to
transformed into a stunning development of
give the scheme a unique sense of place with the
approximately 300 flats and houses by L&Q. Set
provision of specific leisure and play facilities.
within the London Borough of Walthamstow the development is intended to be an exemplar for the
The completed design respects the character and
Borough and a catalyst for redevelopment in the
unique heritage of the site whilst incorporating
area.
bespoke leisure facilities catering for all age groups and fitness levels. The proposed de-culverted River
Working closely with the client, design team
Ching and other ecological improvements will
and Waltham Forest Council, the scheme was
create important green links throughout the site
developed around the retained and to be restored
and within the local area.
Tote buildings. The scheme was developed to
Client
Architect
Images
L&Q London Housing
Conran and
Landscape masterplan
Association
Partners
The refurbished sign Streetscape
FRIENDLY ROUTEWAYS WILL TRANSFORM THIS ONCE ICONIC STADIUM
CGI: www.F10Studios.co.uk © 2011
BESPOKE PLAY AREAS, PUBLIC SPACES ALL SET WITHIN A HIERARCHY OF PEDESTRIAN
ST ANNE'S WHARF
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NORWICH
t Anne's Quarter is a major redevelopment
a Friary, following this in the 1700’s a Georgian
project located in a prominent location in
formal pleasure garden formed part of the gardens
the centre of Norwich on the banks of the River
to Howard House which is to be restored. More
Wensum. Liz Lake Associates were appointed to
recently in Victorian times the site encompassed a
develop design proposals in order to ensure that
brewery and timber yard.
an integrated and visually appealing public realm is created, befitting this strategic and historically
This integrated design approach will create a series
significant site.
of high quality interconnected pedestrian spaces which link with a new riverside plaza, making a
A hierarchical planting and hard landscape strategy
significant contribution to the enhancement of the
was developed which references the historical
River Wensum and beyond.
context of the site, the site was once occupied by
Client
Architect
Images
Orbit Homes
Ingleton Wood
Plaza at night Early concept sketch Waterfront plaza
A STRATEGIC MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT SET ON THE BANKS OF THE RIVER WENSUM ENCAPSULATING THE RICH CULTURAL HISTORY OF NORWICH CITY CENTRE
ACADEMY CENTRAL
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BARKING, EAST LONDON
aylor Wimpey East London is building 948
The informality of the design contrasts with and
houses and apartments on the former site of
complements the strong lines of the adjacent
the University of East London. All 13 apartment
architecture. A serpentine path meanders along the
buildings will have a green roof and the public
central axis of the space. Open areas can be used for
realm includes a number of innovative areas of
picnics and barbecues by residents, while sunken,
public open space, including ’the spine’ landscape,
more intimate spaces will provide communal
which runs through the development. Liz Lake
meeting spaces suitable for quiet sitting on the low
Associates was commissioned to prepare a detailed
elliptical-shaped granite benches.
landscape design scheme for this spine area. Shallow grass mounding to the back of these The so-called 'spine' on the site is a north-south
meeting areas and elsewhere along the length of the
aligned linear amenity space which provides a
spine will create raised lawns, thereby increasing
green link from Mayesbrook Park to the south,
opportunities for informal passive recreation and
into the heart of the development. Drawing on its
imaginative play. Swathes of wildflower grassland
experience of landscape design in residential areas,
and indigenous species of trees and hedgerows will
Liz Lake Associates developed a scheme which has
also help to promote biodiversity.
a harmonious fluid informality and can be seen as a piece of modern art when viewed from the upper floor balconies.
Client
Architect
Images
Taylor Wimpey
Biscoe & Stanton
Groundfloor view
East London
Landscape masterplan Elliptical granite bench set within grass mounding
AN INFORMAL SERPENTINE PATH MEANDERS ALONG THE CENTRAL AXIS OF THIS LINEAR SPACE
TRUMPINGTON MEADOWS
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TRUMPINGTON, CAMBRIDGE
iz Lake Associates was commissioned to
The public space and individual plot landscapes
prepare the detailed landscape plans for the
include a combination of native plants and semi-
Trumpington Meadows residential development
native species, many of which are bee-friendly, with
of 350 houses on the southern outskirts of
hedgerows and large trees (oak, lime) and smaller
Cambridge. The proposals include a diverse
flowering trees such as wild cherry, Callery pear var.
mix of housing types and range of community
and rowan adding to the village character. Further to
facilities set within a village framework of public
planning approval of the detailed planting scheme,
open space, green corridors and streets, with
Liz Lake Associates have continued to oversee the
community parks and sustainable urban drainage
landscape implementation within the construction
features.
phase of the development.
A strong landscape framework was established
The majority of the residential properties have now
within the overarching development vision and
been completed and the landscape framework is
objectives identified within the existing Design
being implemented concurrently. The scheme, as
Code. The village quarter character area was further
it matures, will establish a rich and diverse setting
defined with distinctive tree and shrub planting
within which this new community can live, work
palettes focused about community open space
and play.
areas, streetscape, local play areas and individual plot landscape.
Client
Architect
Images
Barratt
Saunders
Mixed surfacing to streetscape
Homes
Partnership
Planting to streetscape Public open space to northern quarter
A STRONG LANDSCAPE FRAMEWORK WAS ESTABLISHED WITHIN THE OVERARCHING DEVELOPMENT VISION AND OBJECTIVES IDENTIFIED WITHIN THE EXISTING DESIGN CODE
MARCONI SITE
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CHELMSFORD, ESSEX
ellway Homes (Essex) is building an exciting
in improving permeability in this part of the City
new mixed-use quarter in the heart of
Centre. A key element of the Landscape Strategy
Chelmsford City Centre. A design-led scheme for
has been to ensure that the new link is clearly
437 new apartments and houses as well as a range
legible; the design solution has been to delineate
of flexible commercial uses are proposed on the
the route with curvilinear lines of blue block paving
derelict Marconi Site which was the world’s first
with changes in direction at key movement nodes
purpose built radio factory and site of the first
defined by radiating splashes of blue block paving.
transatlantic radio transmission. A new urban garden featuring Italian Cypress will A broad framework for the public realm was defined
form the principal communal amenity space in the
by Chelmsford City Council and RMA Architects.
heart of the development. A dynamic triangular
Liz Lake Associates’ role was to design a vibrant,
shaped piazza will provide a commercial focus
legible and inclusive public realm creating a series
for the scheme in the south western part of the
of distinct spaces each with its own function and
site and feature active commercial frontages and
character.
opportunities for tables and chairs to spill out onto the south facing side of the piazza.
The proposed scheme will provide a new direct pedestrian and cycle route through the site linking
The planning committee unanimously approved
the train station in the south west with Anglia
the proposals and the project has progressed to
Ruskin University and New Street to the north
implementation on site.
east. This route delivers a key design objective
Client
Architect
Planning
Engineer
Images
Bellway Homes
RMA Architects
Savills
Ardent Consulting
Early concept sketch
Engineers
Landscape masterplan detail
Limited (Essex)
Commercial square
CGI: © RMA Architects
AN EXCITING MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT REFLECTING THE HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF THE SITE
CITY VIZION
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NEWPORT, WALES
iz Lake Associates was commissioned by
Parade development to the rear. Adjacent to a
Taylor Wimpey to redesign this strategic
footbridge landing, a new plaza was designed
site on the banks of the River Usk for high-
which creates an exciting urban environment
quality apartments. The site is a landmark site in
with bars and restaurants and a variety of
Newport which has received significant funding
dwelling types.
in the past decade with major redevelopment and improvement works.
Working closely with the Welsh Assembly, Newport Planning Authority and Newport Regeneration
The landscape architecture team at Liz Lake
Company, a scheme was designed which satisfies
Associates designed a tree-lined boulevard link
all stakeholders aspirations as well as achieving a
which connects the site to the proposed Rodney
landmark scheme for Newport.
Client
Architect
Images
Taylor
Roberts Limbrick
Pedestrian walkway to river frontage
Wimpey
Landscape sketch View from the bridge over the River Usk
LLA WAS COMMISSIONED BY TAYLOR WIMPEY TO REDESIGN THIS STRATEGIC SITE ON THE BANKS OF THE RIVER USK
NIMR
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MILL HILL, LONDON
iz Lake Associates are working in partnership
and place that varies in different areas of the site
with Barratt London on the redevelopment
through well-designed planting appropriate to
of the National Institute for Medical Research
the locality and promote opportunities for habitat
to deliver 462 new homes and 1951 sqm of
enhancement and connectivity with the local
commercial space for small businesses and cafe.
context. The landscape proposal incorporates
The site, located on the Ridgeway compromises
clear visual connections and way finding between
of a steep landscape overlooking the Totteridge
spaces -as well as places to sojourn for daily use and
Valley to the north with some of the apartments
social gatherings.
having view across to London’s skyline. As well as the built form, the development consists of open
The threshold between rural and semi-urban
grasslands and woodlands that are retained and
landscape is softened and has increased access
opened for public access. The steep topography
throughout the development to outdoor recreation
offers unique opportunities to create cascading
areas that incorporates a Trim Trail with a strategic
landscapes and podium gardens with views across
network of interlinking play spaces; sports fields
the valley.
and natural habitat to explore.
Liz
Lake
Associates
worked
alongside
a
multidisciplinary team to create a sense of scale
The development proposals have been submitted for planning.
Client
Architect
Planner
Images
Barratt
Hawkins /Brown
Tyler
Colour sketch masterplan
London
DMFK
Grange
Early concept sketch CGI of woodland cluster apartments
LANDSCAPES AND PODIUM GARDENS WITH VIEWS ACROSS THE VALLEY
CGI: ©Pictureplane
THE STEEP TOPOGRAPHY OFFERS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES TO CREATE CASCADING
EAST SQUARE URBAN GARDEN
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BASILDON, ESSEX
iz Lake Associates was appointed to prepare a
proposed urban garden, providing an oasis of green
detailed Public Realm Appraisal and Strategy
in the centre of the town, thereby respecting public
Report for Basildon Town Centre to help deliver
consultation responses which have consistently
a new vision for its public realm as part of the
called for more green space in the town centre.
biggest regeneration project in the UK in 2012. The
Recognising the importance of post-war design,
dramatically sunken plaza of East Square is located
the key themes for the proposals are to conserve and
in the heart of the town centre and comprises a
be sensitive to the setting of the existing heritage
largely intact set piece design from the early 1960s.
asset and to re-animate the original 60s vision,
East Square was originally designed as an integral
to transform the square into an exciting place for
part of the concept for the imposing 14-storey
the 21st century. The proposed urban garden will
residential block of Brooke House and the squares
be robustly designed, with inclined lawn planes, a
key features (steps, ramp, flint retaining wall and
border of scented planting and seating focusing on
railings) comprise part of its Grade 2 listing. East
the central plaza pavement fountains. The detailing
Square currently lacks sufficient activity to be
responds positively to the original features and
really animated; it lacks a focus and features poor
context of the square. The proposed urban garden
quality paving and street furniture.
will break down the scale and hard expanse of the space whilst encouraging more intimate spaces
The master plan proposals for the town centre
and cafĂŠ culture to spill out onto the square.
replace the existing buildings on two sides of the square with a new cinema and shops. The square
The masterplan for Basildon town centre has been
will be increased in size making space for the
ratified by Basildon Town Council.
Client
Architect
Planner
Images
Barratt Homes &
CZWG
Barton Wilmore
Illustration of the Urban Garden
Wilson Bowden
East Square in 1965 Fountains at the heart of the garden
A NEW URBAN GARDEN IN THE HEART OF BASILDON’S TOWN CENTRE
WILLIAM GUY GARDENS
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BROMLEY BY BOW, EAST LONDON
his important housing scheme for Gateway
care and diligence during the design process to
Housing sits in a relatively constrained site
help create a scheme which achieved or exceeded
in Bromley By Bow, East London within Tower
the
Hamlets
budgetary constraints.
Gateway
Housing
approached
Liz
clients
aspirational
aims
whilst
meeting
By locating the building
Lake Associates to develop a masterplan with
in an optimum position on site the development
architects Ingleton Wood which would respond
was enhanced with a large communal garden
to its immediate context and in part help unify a
to the south which helped block views from the
somewhat dysfunctional area of predominantly
neighbouring underground and help filter noise
post-war social housing, 1970’s housing courts
from the east along the A12.
and contemporary, high rise tower blocks.
were produced for planning application including
Full scheme plans
detail hardscape and lighting design which helped By attending regular meetings and consultations
enhanced the architectural façade and setting.
with London Legacy Development Corporation the site was seen as critical to the setting and
Planning permission was secured on behalf of
further enhancement of Bromley By Bow and
Gateway Housing for the demolition of 17 vacant
Tower Hamlets. By developing sketch designs in
affordable residential units and the development
close association with the architect the building
of a new residential block, providing 45 units for
position was critical in defining the surrounding
both market and affordable use. Construction
streetscape and in creating a visually interesting
completion is due in 2016.
yet high quality public realm. The scheme required
Client
Architect
Images
Gateway
Ingleton
Landscape masterplan
Housing
Wood
Early sketch masterplan Building frontage at dusk
WE HELPED TO DEVELOP A MASTERPLAN THAT RESPONDED TO ITS IMMEDIATE CONTEXT, UNIFYING A SOMEWHAT DISFUNCTIONAL AREA OF PREDOMINANTLY POST-WAR SOCIAL HOUSING
ST MARTINS SQUARE
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BASILDON, ESSEX
t Martin’s Square is the principal civic space
the market from its current location at Market
within Basildon and boasts a number of
Square to create a vibrant new street market
features of exceptional quality, including the 29m
within St Martin’s Square. Liz Lake Associates was
high free standing St Martin’s Bell Tower, which
appointed by Basildon Town Centre Management
was the first all glass bell tower in the world.
to work as landscape consultants with McBaines Cooper who were designing the new market.
As part of the detailed Public Realm Appraisal and Strategy Report for Basildon Town Centre, Liz Lake
Our brief was also to work with St Martin’s Church
Associates was asked to look at St Martin’s Square
to re-design St Martin’s Gardens on consecrated
which is owned by a number of stakeholders;
ground in front of the church. We were also asked
this is clearly reflected in the current somewhat
to achieve a single integrated civic identity of the
fragmented design which lacks a cohesive civic
highest quality for the wider Square.
vision. A planning application for the relocation of the As part of the wider regeneration proposals for
market has been submitted.
Basildon Town Centre there are proposals to move
Client
Architect
Images
Basildon Town Centre
McBaines Cooper
View looking north across St Martins Square Market
Management
Plan view of St Martins Square High quality public realm in front of church
ST MARTINS SQUARE UNIFIES THE ONCE FRAGMENTED PUBLIC REALM INTO A SUPERB QUALITY, FUNCTIONAL AND TASTEFUL CIVIC SPACE FOR RETAIL AND RECREATION
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iz
Lake
Associates
by
fabric that integrates, in a contemporary way
LaSalle
with the existing Peterhouse Technology Park,
Investment Management to provide landscape
while complementing and enhancing the built
design services for the proposed extension of
forms of the new office accommodation and car
the Peterhouse Technology Park, Cambridge.
park structures. The proposed scheme prioritizes
The proposed development will provide new
pedestrian access throughout the development.
headquarters for ARM Holdings accommodating
It is the objective of the public realm proposals to
an additional 2,500 employees.
create a sense of place, incorporating clear visual
Commercial
Estates
were Group
appointed
CAMBRIDGE
and
connections and way finding, places to pause The
landscape
consideration
of
design the
brief
required
the
existing
business
park
coordinated with vehicular parking and service access.
landscape composition and the establishment of a high quality landscape setting for the new office
Expansion into the green belt by the ÂŁ15 billion
accommodation.
The landscape design should
microprocessor firm was approved by the city
respond to the site location on the edge of the
council in September 2015. This will allow the firm
Cambridge Green Belt.
to double the number of staff based at its offices on the Peterhouse Technology Park to around 2,500
The landscape design seeks to create a high quality
and keep its global headquarters in Cambridge,
distinctive scheme and a new element of urban
boosting the local economy.
Client
Architect
Images
ARM
Scott Brownrigg
Section detail Landscape masterplan Sketch design for rear courtyard
THE LANDSCAPE DESIGN INCLUDES A SERIES OF INTERRELATED ELEMENTS CENTRED ABOUT THE LINEAR ACCESS SPINE AND THE NORTH-SOUTH LINKS BETWEEN THE
CGI: © Scott Brownrigg
BUILDINGS TO THE RURAL HINTERLAND ON THE EDGE OF CAMBRIDGE
MONIER ROAD
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HACKNEY WICK, LONDON
onier Road, Fish Island is a key regeneration
a new street and footpath link along the northern
zone post-Olympics. The design ensured all
edge of the scheme the site will help to create a
the criteria set by the London Legacy Development
permeable and visually interesting streetscape
Corporation and the local borough of Tower
which can be used as social spill-out space from the
Hamlets was exceeded. The project will create 45
ground floor hub/ meeting area.
high-quality homes, with commercial units to the ground floor – many of which will be family-sized
Roof Level Amenity and Play Space
units, workspace for small creative businesses,
This mixed-use roof terrace will contain play for
and new public realm in the form of a cafĂŠ and
several age ranges whilst also containing amenity
outdoor terrace as well as a shade garden within
space for residents. Play equipment is positioned
the central open atrium space.
through the space visually reducing the mass but creating a unified space for play surfaced in soft-
The area surrounding the site is characterised
pour surfacing to create visual interest. Accessible
by low grade former industrial buildings and
seating has been positioned within the space
more recently modern residential housing blocks
to provide seating for adults and children alike.
creating a poor quality, generally incoherent
Raised planters have been positioned to soften the
streetscape. The design rationale and concept has
external space and confine and frame views where
been developed in close association with HWO to
necessary, planted with low maintenance grasses
produce a new holistic and sustainable streetscape,
and shrubs the planting will include evergreen
fundamental to this is creating an extension of
hedging as a green backdrop to the planters, low
Wyke Avenue to the south-west; by implementing
water demand plants will reduce water demand.
Client
Architect
Images
AITCH
HWO
Landscape masterplan sketch
Group
Roofscape incorporating bespoke play elements Visualisation of architectural facade and streetscape
SET IN HACKNEY WICK THE SITE WILL PROVIDE PERMEABLE AND VISUALLY INTERESTING STREETSCAPE
STANMORE PLACE
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STANMORE, LONDON
ocated in the London Borough of Harrow,
mixture of native species along the boundaries with
Stanmore
selectively chosen ornamental species within the
Place
is
an
award
winning,
contemporary mixed use scheme set within a
village squares and plazas.
high quality landscape setting. The site is located in a prime position close to Canons Park Station
The overall development has been based on a
and encapsulates a series of plazas incorporating
strategy to retain the majority of the mature trees
formal water features each uniquely designed to
and
sit within the immediate context. Liz lake formed
introducing a variety of native tree species. Hard
an integral part of the planning and design team,
landscape designs were developed to budget
enabling
and Incorporate free draining (permeable) hard
condition
discharge
whilst
taking
concept sketches through to construction.
include enhancement where possible by
surfacing where possible to reduce surface water run-off. Working closely with the engineers and
The landscape masterplan is based upon a series
architects surface water attenuation features within
of permeable, planted boulevards and squares,
the green open spaces were developed to hold
giving a distinct sense of place and hierarchy. To
water and reduce flash flooding during periods of
enhance the scheme a series of semi-mature trees
high rainfall. The final phases of the development
and hedges were carefully selected and included a
are due to be completed during Spring 2017.
Client
Architect
Images
St Edward
Formation / Hamilton
Mature planting throughout the site Central plaza sketch Section through plaza & water feature
AN AWARD WINNING MIXED USE SCHEME ENCAPSULATING BESPOKE WATER FEATURES
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NOTTINGHAM
iz Lake Associates are working with Blueprint
focus of far reaching redevelopment proposals. The
Regeneration, Urban Designer URBED and
project will provide a mix of contemporary, high
Architect Marsh Grochowski to prepare landscape
quality, low energy homes forming a new kind
and public realm proposals for this major waterside
of sustainable neighbourhood. There will be tall
renaissance scheme.
elegant houses fronting well designed streets and attractive green spaces forming a distinct identity
The
project
is
located
within
Nottingham
and a strong sense of place reinforced by open
Waterside, an area widely acknowledged as one of
views over the River Trent. The heritage of the site
Nottingham’s greatest but least developed assets.
will be expressed in the design of the architecture
Stretching from Trent Bridge to Colwick Park and
and public realm to further create a great place with
bounded by the river Trent, the area is currently the
a strong character.
Client
Architect
Images
Blueprint
Marsh Grochowski
Riverside gardens
Regeneration
Masterplan showing phases 1 and 2 View along the riverside walk
CGI: © URBED
WIDELY ACKNOWLEDGED AS ONE OF NOTTINGHAM’S GREATEST BUT LEAST DEVELOPED ASSETS
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Liz Lake Associates offers the following services:
■ Landscape Design
■ Restoration and Conversion
■ Urban Design
■ Residential
■ Public Realm
■ Education
■ Masterplanning
■ Retail & Leisure
■ Landscape Planning
■ Community Consultation
■ Expert Witness
■ Ecology
■ Heritage Landscapes
■ Arboriculture
■ Gardens and Estates
■ 3D / Graphic Design
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