Design Principles/Objectives

In no particular order, some initial thoughts to get the ball rolling:

·         Increase the appeal of Elephant & Castle as a destination in its own right;

·         Improve the pedestrian experience of the E&C to South Bank area;

·         Introduce/improve green infrastructure in the E&C to South Bank area;

·         Provide high-quality public open spaces, including spaces for formal and informal performances;

·         Work with/complement/enhance existing activities/uses, culture, population, features, etc (i.e. avoiding ‘instant gentrification’ if at all possible);

·         Sub-areas to retain their own character, but be linked thematically (performance theme) and possibly with use of similar or the same materials/features;

·         Enhance the public experience and usability of the key corridors: Waterloo Road and Blackfriars;

·         Avoid the provision of prescribed or directed route(s) between E&C and South Bank, aiming instead to encourage exploration/discovery within the area.