Stradey Park

Client: Taylor Wimpey
Location: Llanelli, Wales
Architect: Focus

Brief

This strategic site in South Wales was once home to the Llanelli Scarlets and was where Wales famously beat the All Blacks 9-3 in October 1972.

Taylor Wimpey asked LZL to develop a scheme which encompasses a former culverted water-course into a wildlife area for the benefit of future residents. The site will eventually contain over 300 houses and flats many with views over open space or pocket parks making this a particularly attractive development.

Approach

Developing a cohesive landscape design was paramount in the design approach for the site. Working closely with the design team a robust masterplan was developed based around a framework of open spaces and green route-ways. The new watercourse is of particular importance and will become a haven for wildlife. LZL have also developed a detailed management proposal so the scheme will continue to be used by local residents and look good for years to come.

Outcome

The site is currently being detailed design with construction anticipated to begin in 2010.