The problemThe solution

• Redesign the spaces around the people and not the car.
• Close off poor quality and unnecessary alleyways.
• Make essential routes inviting spaces which are clearly marked and well-lit.
• Undertake new front and rear wall treatments which incorporate a combination of solid walls, railings, planting and lighting.
• Advise on heights of enclosures to balance need for privacy in private gardens with need for surveillance of public areas.
• Formulate a strategic kit of parts which can be adapted for each space providing variety and character to spaces.
• Reorganise and thin out car parking layouts so that these spaces are more pedestrian-friendly, and incorporate new planting and surfacing.

 

Summary

By addressing a number of issues we believe a series of high quality, inviting, well-linked and safer public spaces can be made, each with it's own character, but identifiable as part of a greater whole. This can help bring life and vitality back to street-level and foster a sense of pride for the estate.