design feature found in the traditional
banking halls. The use of warm and
contrasting tones also echo this effect
and key architectural motifs were
picked out and creatively included
throughout the scheme.
Principal Landscape Architect at
Planit-IE, Kevin Redhead said: “We
approached Hardscape because we
know they can put together creative
solutions, on brief and on time. They
combine a dedication to craft with
modern thinking that’s clear in every
aspect of their delivery. We knew
they were the right choice for this
ambitious, creative project.”
Materials used by Hardscape in the
project included mix granite paving,
Burlington Westmoreland Green
natural stone and Whitworth Blue
sandstone paving. These materials,
chosen for their longevity and natural
beauty, sit alongside stone street
furniture with multi Artscape features
including Crystal Black granite
benches and signage plinths.
Architectural and sculptural
metalworker Chris Brammall Ltd
created the granite street furniture,
cycle stands, handrails and bollards
that help bring to life the urban
space that Hardscape had helped to
establish with the initial vision of the
Landscape Architects and client.
The square was named after James
Sadler, a balloonist, chemist and pastry
chef who made the first manned
balloon flight from Manchester in
1785, chosen following a social media
campaign asking for suggestions from
members of the public. The contractor
works were undertaken by the Casey
Group and funding came from the
European Regional Development
Fund.
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