STREET FURNITURE
SEATING , PLANTERS AND
PEDESTRIANISATION
AT THE STRAND , ALDWYCH
Project details : The Strand Aldwych is a busy public area well-known as a procession route between Westminster Abbey and St Paul ’ s Cathedral . The area was historically plagued by traffic and pollution , so people were reluctant to dwell for long periods of time .
A series of ambitious plans by Westminster Council had been designed to transform this previously isolated area into a thriving , trafficfree public space and provide a boost to the local economy . The project , with a particular focus on pedestrianisation , aims to transform parts of Aldwych and the Strand to create a harmonious public realm space .
Project challenges : The newly pedestrianised area with stone walls already in place needed public seating outside St Clement Danes Church . Coordinating the wall shape with the stone underneath was imperative , and access was needed to the lighting drivers through the platforms since the stone underneath is illuminated with LEDs . Furnitubes ’ design team worked collaboratively to develop a custom version of their popular , modular RailRoad seating range . A RailRoad wall-top solution was created with a custom curve to match the stone walls , and the platforms featured removable hatches for access when needed .
Project Solution : The RailRoad seating range is manufactured from triple processed recycled steel ( their recommended finish system for steel products ) and powder coated in a distinct metallic copper finish - while the iroko timbers were coated with UV protective finish in teak to maintain their natural look . This project focused on improving air quality , and the AKRI retaining planters were ideal for bringing green into the space . Their flexibility also allowed for matching the geometry of the adjacent stone benches and roads . In order to prevent damage , welded anti skates were incorporated into the solution .
The project not only provides health and well-being benefits with the new public landscaped areas , it will preserve the historic character and for the first time allow people to appreciate the nearby listed buildings .
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