THE STREETS WHERE WE LIVE
WRITTEN BY JOHN PAGAN
The town and city streets of the UK are Street furniture installations can The urban environment can be
blessed with street furniture of many be more than merely practical or demanding on street furniture, but
types, be it timber, steel or concrete, ornamental, instead being part of a durable hardwood timbers combined
functional or decorative, designed larger picture, a tapestry forming part with steel & concrete have the
for relaxation or social interaction, of a town or city’s identity. Creating longevity and strength needed with
something has been created to solve spaces that visitors can be proud the flexibility that still allows for the
almost any need. of, with people-oriented layouts, wildest imaginations!
Thanks to the continuing hard
work of architects, designers and
specifiers across the country in
pushing for pieces that fully utilise
and enhance our public spaces, it’s
now widely accepted that street
furniture plays a vital role in creating
attractive destinations that are safe
and practical for both visitors and
residents. Utilising these spaces in a
way that encourages social interaction
stylish design and quality materials,
instils in everyone a sense of pride
and ownership of their local spaces,
positively affecting their perception
of the town or city for many years. In
a world where destinations are now
brands, where tourism is key to the
continuation of many high streets,
developing that sense of self, of an
identity worth sharing widely, can
bring untold benefits.
Modern production techniques
combined with age-old craftsmanship
means the range of furniture available
for these spaces is broader than ever.
Woodscape are proud to specialise in
bespoke hardwood timber solutions,
stretching the limits of the material
to the maximum to allow designers
visions to come to life. Beyond this, the
designer can utilise hand-finishing and
attention to fine custom detail, being
and brings a community together is of re-assured that the furniture is cared
growing importance to councils and for throughout its production, so that
developers. the public are delivered an accurate
reflection of the original vision.
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