Client: Hackney Council
Architect: TPM Landscape
Contractor: Maclaren Construction

An adaptive permeable solution

TPM Landscape, Manchester were appointed to design an enclosed courtyard space and two roof terraces for a new student residential development in Paul Street, Shoreditch, London. The courtyard is designed to offer an attractive and engaging outdoor environment for students to enjoy during the day and at night time. The roof terraces incorporate movable furniture to create flexible spaces, allowing students to enjoy views over the London skyline.

Materials used

Hardscape worked with TPM and Maclaren Construction to supply Kellen Lavaro Wit, Grijs and Oranje paving with the innovative permeable Drainjoint solution introduced as the first of its type in the UK. Other materials include Kellen Lavaro Wit 701 edgings and kerb, Kellen Breccia Tagenta B paving and Kobra granite corduroys and steps with Mist granite treads all complementary to the aesthetics and setting of this contemporary living space in Shoreditch which seeks to attract the twenty and thirty-somethings seeking the soul of the city of London.