STREET FURNITURE
The primary products specified by Ares Landscape Architects are the Loop range of street furniture ; including curving Loop benches , conical picnic sets , and stools . The products are ideally suited to CAMHS units due to the minimal design and lack of any removable fixtures .
The Loop range is formed of rotationally moulded Polyurethane which creates a soft and flexible surface with no sharp edges - this was a key factor in why these products were chosen .
The products are lightweight and can be easily positioned and secured in place using hidden fixtures or alternatively filled with sand or water to be self-weighted units that can be moved as and when required .
A bespoke element was introduced with circular sheets of HPL ( High- Pressure Laminate ) being added as table toppers to achieve a tamperproof finish . HPL is manufactured by combining sheets of recycled paper with a binding resin under high pressure - achieving a robust weather-resistant material ideal for external environments .
The playful design and inviting colours create a positive and calming atmosphere encouraging time to be spent outside in the fresh air .
Artform provided an installation service as well as advice and guidance during out-of-usual operational hours between Christmas and New Year in order to ensure there was no interruption to the patient ’ s routines .
The building was designed in collaboration with clinicians and young people who all contributed their ideas , hopes , and aspirations for care . They also helped to decide on the name ‘ Red Kite View ’ as nature is strongly associated with mental well-being and rehabilitation .
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