Fitzroy Place

Gross. Max. Landscape Architects were appointed by Exemplar after a invited competition to undertake the design for a new urban square in the heart of London’s Fitzrovia district. The aim was to create an atmospheric courtyard at the heart of the site that provides a suitable setting for the existing Grade II* listed chapel and a recreational space for the residents and public. The central courtyard is overlooked by adjacent apartments and consideration has also been given to the design as viewed from above. Hard and soft landscape materials have been carefully selected to create a high quality environment. The central courtyard space is envisaged as a lush residential garden that is open to the public. The overall layout and design of the central courtyard has carefully taken into account orientation and sun path studies for the space. The central courtyard has three distinct landscape typologies – Physic Garden, Square and Grove. The mix of hard and soft landscape spaces within the overall scheme creates a variety of conditions that will allow for a range of recreational activities and provide flexibility of use. The proposals also accommodate the through-movement of pedestrians.