Public Square and Car Park, Bishop Auckland
CLIENT THE AUCKLAND PROJECT | LOCATION BISHOP AUCKLAND | BRIEF PUBLIC SQUARE AND CAR PARK | BUDGET £2.2 MILLION
THE PROJECT
Kingsway Square is the latest new development in the urban regeneration of Bishop Auckland in County Durham. The project will see the creation of a new public square, creating a vibrant green space in one of the towns most prominent retail areas.
Our design is driven by a desire to elevate an otherwise austere car park and instead create an inspiring public space, interlaced with elements of landscaping and creative planting, to create a playful and relaxing space. A respite from the hustle of the busy retail street.
PLAYFUL DESIGN
The scheme will incorporate an imaginative children’s play space, woven into the public walking route from the main high street through to the car park at the rear of the square.
Coloured paving is used to highlight the primary traffic route of the square, playfully allowing children to navigate the paving stones to direct them around the play equipment.
VIBRANT COMMUNITY SPACE
