161027 Draft Design Report - West Ealing · 2020. 2. 14. · Dean Gardens 31st October 2016...

Dean GardensWest EalingFeasability study31st October 2016

ANALYSIS 1

Dean Gardens ◦ 31st October 2016 ◦ Feasability study

Dean Gardens is a local park located along Broadway is West Ealing.

Site analysis

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• Lack of visibility through dense planting / trees in southern area of the gardens

• Lack of permeability and pedestrian crossings from surrounding streets

• Poor overall lighting, especially in comparison with the bright road lighting on Broadway

• Multiple entry points, poor legibility of the accesses

• Inconsistent path layout

• Lack of activities and destination

• Well used playground but disconnected from youth area, resulting in a secluded ‘secondary’ playground

• Total area of the garden 13,300 sqm

Site analysis

Diagram of the existing site


Dean Gardens appear as formalised gardens on maps dating back to 1915 available at the local history centre. Originally, there were allotments and orchards all around the site where the gardens were then created, along the high street. The presence of a ‘kinema’ (1915 and 1934) is also notable.

Site analysis

Dean Gardens in history

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Dean Gardens 1958

Dean Gardens amd Kinema - date unknown

Dean Gardens 1972

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The gardens are surrounded by railings and therefore have a restricted interaction with the streetscape. Dean Gardens are visible from Broadway but not easily accessible; the entrances are limited to the corners of the gardens and often obstructed with dense trees and planting or complex and cluttered street layouts. Access from bus stops isn’t always provided and there is a lack of direct and clear pedestrian crossings.

Site analysis

Views of the gardens from surrounding roads

VIEW LOOKING NORTH ON NORTHFIELD AVENUE

Bus stops

no crossing

entrance to the gardens

entranceslarge under used space

railings and planting

railings and planting railings and planting crossing

railings and plantingdense trees

dense trees

dense trees

VIEW LOOKING NORTH ON LEELAND TERRACE

VIEW LOOKING WEST ON BROADWAY VIEW LOOKING EAST ON BROADWAY


There are some key activities and features in Dean Gardens which need to be retained and/or enhanced through the regeneration process. These key elements are:

• Mature trees and green cover throughout the gardens• Well used playground catering for a quite wide age range• Seating (benches and various features throughout the gardens)• Large open space, suitable for events• Planting

Site analysis

Activities and usage

mature trees planting

mature willow tree space for informal social interaction, sittingtimber play equipmentplayground

mature trees mature trees framing long views large green open spacebenches


One of the main challenge faced by Dean Gardens is anti social behaviour and mis-use of the parks, creating an hostile and unsafe atmosphere for local residents; the lighting of the park at night and the safety associated with it is therefore one of the main topics the design needs to address. There is a real lack of lighting at the moment in Dean Gardens, which reinforces the feeling of unsafety. By contrast with Broadway which is brightly lit, the Dean Gardens are dark and uninviting.

Site analysis

Lighting in the gardens

ENTRANCE AT CORNER OF BROADWAY AND LEELAND TERRACECORNER OF BROADWAY AND LEELAND TERRACE

bright lighting no lighting

VIEW LOOKING EAST ON BROADWAY

bright lighting no lighting

influence zone of street

lighting

no lighting

ENTRANCE AT CORNER OF BROADWAY AND NORTHFIELD AVENUE

influence zone of street

lighting

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Walpole park

Lammas park

Natural playgrounds

Dense mature trees cover and open space

Dense mature trees cover and open space

Majestic mature trees adding to the character of the park

Natural toddlers playground with natural surveillance

Other facilities in the park - e.g. nursery

Site analysis

Walpole and Lammas park

CONSULTATION & ENGAGEMENT 2


DEAN GARDENS HAVE YOUR SAY

Can you please let us know if you are a: Local resident Local business Visitor

Can you please let us know your age group: under 18 18 - 44 44 - 65 65 +

Current Postcode.................

GROWING WEST EALING This is an initiative inspired by the local community to help regenerate and improve Dean Gardens, for this and future generations. At this stage we are seeking peoples thoughts and ideas on how you think we can achieve this.

How and why do you currently use Dean Gardens?

What do you currently like about Dean Gardens?

What do you not like about Dean Gardens?

How would you like to see Dean Gardens improved?

Other comments?

Please supply your contact details if you want to be kept informed or be involved with the future of Dean Gardens

Stakeholders engagement

Public consultation

DEAN GARDENS GROWING WEST EALING HAVE YOUR SAY

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Capture of the websiteQuestionnaire

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This is an initiative inspired by the local community to help regenerate and improve Dean Gardens, for this and future generations. The initiative has emerged from the local community including residents’ groups, faith organisations, housing associations, police, businesses through West Ealing BID (In West Ealing) and with support from Ealing Borough Council.

We are in the initial stages of exploring opportunities, engaging with the community and looking for funding opportunities. As with all regeneration we understand that it could take some time before funding is in place and changes can be made in the park but we are optimistic and keen to gain momentum.



Workshop with local community

WHAT THEY LIKE WHAT THEY DON'T LIKE WHAT THEY WANT

Large open spaces Bad reputation Flexible kickaround areas, like MUGAs but no formal sports pitches

Event space, although it's not even friendly Spaces not inviting Improve layout and location of the traditional play

The location of the park Unsafe feeling Have more diverse play equipment: accoustic, inculsive

The well-used playgrounds and kids activities Street drinking / ASB Natural play, timber, soft feel

Good mature trees Too many entrances but no clear paths/payout Improve cycle paths

The events like Soundbite Festival Lack of pedestrian crossings connected to the entrances Have more ecology and diversity

The only park on the High Street in West Ealing Overgrown bushes on southern path Toilets in the park but linked to a café or small community/retail unit

Too dark at night Connect the park to the High Street

Fencing and no gate Make the community interest visible in the park

Create a programme for events bringing together exisiting initiatives

Have a space for markets, outdoor cinema, go ape

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Improve lighting / feature lighting

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Current rating 2.4 out of 10

Aspiration rating 8 out of 10

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worshop at the Community Hub on the 08.08.16

Findings of the workshop: Dean Gardens aspiration chart

Workshop part 1 - character of the existing gardens Workshop part 1 - aspirations Workshop part 3 - current and aspired grade chart

The ongoing consultation process undertaken included a workshop with the local community groups. The aim was to record their expectations, ambitions and aspirations and use them to influence the design proposal.


We took the opportunity of the Soundbite music festival, taking place in Dean Gardens and organised by local community groups to go and engage with local residents and visitors.

The ongoing consultation process and the diagramatic regeneration layout was presented and discussed with the public. The aim was to gather thoughts, ideas and comments on the current use of the gardens, and how this use can be improved through design.


Soundbite festival consultation

DEAN GARDENS GROWING WEST EALING HAVE YOUR SAY

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Boards presented for Soundbite consultation


Over 70 questionnaires and postcards were filled in and returned to us during Soundbite, which in our experience is a good number and shows interest from the public. These ‘word clouds’ have been created based on the responses we got to three simple questions on the Dean Gardens. This gives us a good overview of what people like, dislike and aspire to see.


Findings of ongoing consultation What do you currently like about Dean Gardens?

What do you currently not like about Dean Gardens?How would you like to see Dean Gardens improved?

CONCEPT & VISION 3


a p lace to s i t & re lax

a safe & p leasant p lace to l ive

a green heart with in an urban environment

a p layfu l landscapea more susta inable

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The masterplan should offer ample opportunities for people of all ages to sit. There should be benches provided with both back and arm rests for the elderly and those less able.

Given the history of crime in the park,

Dean Gardens should transform the

atmosphere of the area into one that is

greener, safer and more pleasing to the

eye.

Dean Gardens is in a key location

along Broadway, its open green space

need to have a recreational value,

contributing to the well-being and social

health of the area. The landscape should be playful and

vibrant, with plenty of opportunities for

play and learning.

The greening of the site, with more

trees and planting, and the provision

of natural areas will lead to a huge

improvement of the sustainability of this

area. This should provide an exemplar

precedent for both West Ealing and the

wider London area.

Dean Gardens are...

Concept & vision

The vision


Concept & vision

The vision

community & interact ion

The masterplan should offer opportunities

for use by the local community, such as

spaces to meet and gather, welcoming all

local residents. There may also be

opportunities for hobbies, such as

gardening, which could offer opportunities

for quiet, yet active, enjoyment.

As a place to live, work and walk

through, the site should provide high

quality amenity and green spaces

where people can linger, sit and relax

and contemplate their surroundings.

gardens & green spaces

The masterplan should provide a variety

of active spaces and play equipment

catering for all age groups and enabling

children and young adults to meet and

socialise.

play & act iv i t ies

The masterplan should provide a variety

of fl exible spaces for events to take place:

both large and small; both infrequent

and regular. This will provide a greater

sense of community within the area and

promote natural/informal surveillance

creating a feeling of safety.

events

it is a place for...

‘A fantastic destination green space that is safe and inclusive for all sectors of the community providing a range of activities and events

that attract users into the neighbourhood to add benefit to local communities and businesses’


Concept & vision

Design objectives

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Retain open green

spaces promoting

informal recreation

and sport

Structure the

park to allow for

planned events and

spontaneous activities

Design an open park

which is safe to use

with good visibility,

lighting and links to

surrounding areas

Create a

destination play

facility for Dean

Gardens, ensuring

all age groups are

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Concept & vision

Design objectives

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Transform the

entrances of the park

to make it inviting and

better connected to

Broadway

Consider the needs of

the local community

and the inclusion of a

café with toilets

Improve the ecology

and biodiversity of the

park through planting

and natural areas and

retaining mature trees

where appropriate

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P l a y R e l a x E v e n t s I n f o r m a l s p o r t s C o m m u n i t y L i n k t h r o u g h

V i s i t o r s W o r k e r s

Concept & vision

Who will use the space and how

F a m i l i e s R e s i d e n t s


Concept & vision

The concept

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4 C o n n e c t t o B r o a d w a y

2 E n c o u r a g i n g a c t i v i t i e s a n d p l a y

5 C r e a t e n a t u r a l a r e a s

3 P l a c e s t o d w e l l

6 I n t e g r a t e d c o n c e p t

DESIGN APPROACH 4


Design approach

Conceptual layout study

ENTRANCES (in existing and proposed layout)

PATHS (in existing and proposed layout)

DEAN GARDENS BOUNDARIES

DIAGRAM 1

Existing layout, pathways and entrances

DIAGRAM 4

The southern path is pulled away from the boundary

DIAGRAM 2

Desired layout - entrances on the boundaries and straight paths

through the space

DIAGRAM 3

Potential adjustement zones for the paths

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Permeable boundaries for a better connection to the surrounding areas

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Special boundary treatment for the southern edge of the gardens


Design approach

Optional layout 1


Design approach

Optional layout 2


Design approach

Optional layout 3


Design approach

Existing trees location

OPTIONAL LAYOUT 3

Existing trees and interaction with design proposalOPTIONAL LAYOUT 2

Existing trees and interaction with design proposal

There is a number of existing trees in Dean Gardens, some of them of a high amenity value. They contribute to the creation of a pleasant and green environment and add to the quality of the gardens. As it has been highlighted in the analysis, some of trees on the outskirts of the gardens present dense and low canopies which obstruct the views in the gardens; a specific treatment such as trimming and crown lifting can be appropriate there, to open up the views in and retain the trees. A thorough study of the tree location and their interaction with the potential new layout, supported by a tree survey conducted by an arboriculturalist should be undertaken to inform the design. The diagrams below show the approximate location of the existing trees with the 3 optional layouts.

OPTIONAL LAYOUT 1

Existing trees and interaction with design proposal


Design approach

The entrances

DIAGRAM 1

Existing layout, pathways and entrances

DIAGRAM 2

Distances to the proper entry point

DIAGRAM 3

Conceptual proposal

SITE PICTURES

Existing entrances

There are 5 entrances in total to Dean Gardens. The whole perimeter of the gardens is mainly fenced off but some portions only have a hedge or planted border. All the entrances have a number of characteristics in common, all contributing to the non inviting atmosphere:

• Street clutter (bins, plants, upstands)• Railings but no gates• Dense trees blocking views in• Lack of visibility • Many paving types, lack of coherence• Many ‘islands’ of planting blocking the circulation• Lack of legibility

These 5 points being the only access points to the gardens, they should act as gateways and celebrate Dean Gardens as a destination.


B E S P O K E W E L L L O C AT E D

M E E T S C O M M U N I T Y

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what makes a successful play space?

Design approach

Play


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Design approach

Play experiences


Design approach

Appropriate play/leisure for different age groups

T E E N A G E RA g e s 1 2 +

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• Comfortable walking trails• Fitness trails for various

abili es• Accessible paths• Sensory Plan ng• Sea ng both close to and

away from play areas• Quiet spaces for relaxing

with good views• Dog walking

• Flexible areas for sport ac vi es

• Elements that encourage playful compe on

• Stress reducing play• Play encouraging movement• Rhythmical play• Areas to spend me in groups

and socialise• Adventurous play with height

and risk

• Flexible areas for sport ac vi es• Play with lots of movement• Elements that encourage playful

compe on• Play to encourage social skill

development• Crea ve play• Educa onal play• Elements of risk and height

• Sensory experiences• Explora ve play• Elements to encourage role

play• Senso-motoric play• Building games• Symbol games• Climbing and movement play

• Walking trails• Fitness trails for various abili es• Sensory Plan ng• Sea ng both close to and away

from play areas• Quiet spaces for relaxing with

good views• Opportunity for gardening areas• Flexible areas for picnics/informal

sport• Play where parents to get

involved with children• Dog walking

• Walking trails• Fitness trails for various

abili es• Places to meet up with friends• Quiet spaces for relaxing with

good views• Opportunity for gardening

areas• Flexible areas for picnics/

informal sport• Adventurous play which feels

part of the park and not a playground

• Dog walking


Parkour

Act ive Ageing

Fitness equipment

Play EquipmentParkour is a growing discipline that developed from military obstacle

course training. Small routes could be incorporated in gardens that encourage

this use of the space

There are opportunities in the gardens to provide simple equipment to keep older generations active and healthy. These

pieces of equipment could also be multi-functional for young childrens play and

younger adult’s fitness

Equipment could become part of fitness trails across the gardens, promoting an

active and healthy lifestyle

In amongst the spaces within the gardens should be opportunities for children to

interact and play. These areas should not be limited to dedicated play zones but

encourage the spontanaeity of play

Design approach

Opportunities to promote activity


W h a t c o u l d i t l o o k l i k e ?

Workers regularly use the spaces within the site during lunchtime.

Provides the elderly with a place that they are able to relax.

A cafe/kiosk can provide a central focal point drawing visitors into the space from

the market.

Provides a social space for local residents to meet and gather regularly.

Offers parents a place to sit and relax whilst still being within close proximity of

the play space.

Design approach

Café / kiosk: who would use it ?

F a m i l i e s R e s i d e n t s V i s i t o r s E l d e r l y W o r k e r s


Design approach

Examples of cafés / kiosks / toilets around London

Northala Fields (West London)• Area (approximate) = 312m2 (26 x12m)• Facilities = Cafe with seating area, kitchen and toilets including disabledand meeting room / conference

Potters field (London Bridge)• Area (approximate) = 203m2 (29 x 7 m)• Facilities = Cafe with seating area, Kitchen and toilets including disabled

Newington Green (East London)• Area (approximate) = 102m2 (13.5 x 7.5m)• Facilities = Cafe and toilets including disabled

Peckam Rye Common (South London)• Area (approximate) = 260m2 (20 x13m)• Facilities = Cafe with indoor and outdoor seating area, kitchen and toilets including disabled.


Design approach

Community gardening


Design approach

Diagramatic layout

New park frontage on Broadway

Open green space

New relocated playgrounds

Youth area with flexible game space

Community café in the park

Recreational space

Natural area, flower meadows

New footpaths

New gardens and dwelling areas

Fitness equipment, trim-trail

Possible community garden

Retained trees

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Sticking Together

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Diagrammatic layout of Soundbite Festival

Sounbite Festival - 10th September 2016

Retaining an open green space is a key element of the design proposal: it provides a flexible recreational area for local residents and events can be held in the gardens.The current open green space where events such as Sounbite Festival are held is approximately 3000 sqm. The Green space in the new design layout is 4000 sqm.

3000 sqm

4000 sqm


Design approach

Illustrative masterplan

New park frontage on Broadway

Open green space

New relocated playgrounds

Youth area with flexible game space

Community café in the park

Recreational space

Natural area, flower meadows

New footpaths

New gardens and dwelling areas

Fitness equipment, trim-trail

Possible community garden

Retained trees

Shared cycle lane

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Design approach

Artist’s view of the entrance


Design approach

Artist’s view of the café and playground


Design approach

Conclusion and next steps

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aspira ons furtherconsidera ons next steps

Identity Link to future developments Surveys

Open and inviting space Other amenities and public facilities in the gardens

Delivery and funding mechanisms

Safe place for all Integration of Neighbourhood Plan ideas Further engagement and consultation

Asset to the community Control of pigeons Agree the future role of the park

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