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Southwater One

Creating a vibrant civic heart for Telford Town Centre

Telford, Shropshire, UK

Contemporary landscape architecture at Southwater One with playful signage elements, native planting, pathways, and waterfront public realm design.

Telford & Wrekin Council wished to transform Telford Town Centre into a major regional leisure and retail attraction. At the heart of the £250 million Southwater development, we have created a dynamic and captivating landscape that has provided a new focus for the town and a unique and identifiable destination for the community.

Waterfront landscape design at Southwater One with seating terraces, planting, and public engagement by urban water edge.
Public realm landscape at Southwater One with waterfront planting, seating, and pedestrian access near contemporary civic architecture.
Contemporary waterfront landscape at Southwater One with sculptural seating, family-friendly design, and biodiverse planting.
Interactive public art installation in urban landscape at Southwater One, designed for child-friendly engagement and playful placemaking.

Award

Year

RIBA West Midlands Award

2015

Southwater One public realm with interactive art, urban planting, and placemaking features in contemporary landscape architecture design.
Urban water edge landscape at Southwater One with natural stone detailing and interactive public engagement in accessible design.
Children playing on sculptural landscape seating at Southwater One, promoting interactive urban design and child-friendly public space.

Project details

Title

Southwater One

Client

Telford & Wrekin Council/Mace Group

Status

Complete

Photography

Southwater One images by Gillespies; Jason Gairn; Interactive Art courtesy of Nikhilesh Haval

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