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Hackney Central Public Realm

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Hackney Central Public Realm

A strategy for activating the irregular lower level commercial spaces and public spaces around the Hackney Central Station viaduct – championing opportunities to support local creative economy and social value.

Client
London Borough of Hackney
Location
Size
778000 m2
Project dates
Engagement: October 2015 – December 2015 Strategy: June 2016 – December 2016
Services provided
Landscape Feasibility Study & Public Realm Strategy (RIBA St 1-2)
Design team

  • Hawkins/Brown (Lead Masterplanner)

Project type
Feasibility & StrategyLandscape & Public Realm
Use type
Health & WellbeingRetail & Workspace

Studio Weave were appointed to collaborate with lead masterplanner Hawkins/Brown to develop a public realm strategy for Hackney Central. Our scope included: analysis of the condition of the existing public realm and streetscapes; and development of principles governing the development of the overall spatial framework.

Our strategy defined parameters for the characteristics of each space – accessibility, lighting and ventilation, servicing requirements etc – alongside the composition and feasibility of various planning use classes. Public amenities and infrastructural requirements for a range of events and functions were also identified for incorporation into the public realm.

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