Robin Hood Gardens

Existing thoroughfares are transformed into tree-lined avenues, and the concrete acoustic barrier on the Eastern side is removed to open up the streetscape with small retail units, cafes and market-stalls. New medium rise and high rise residential blocks have planted facades and window boxes, extending the feeling of open space up onto the vertical surfaces, and providing year-round colour. Planted areas break up the surface of each block, providing bands of texture across the facade. The provision of green space outside each front door establishes a sense of community ownership of the building. 

Circulation to the original Woolmore and Cotton buildings will be improved by the addition of new core buildings at key points around the estate. Large stairwells and lifts will improve safety and security. Within each core block there will be a range of units, both retail and community-based, e.g. nurseries, cafes and hairdressers. Increased provision for community gardens and allotments is provided in the central space, as well as improvements to the sports pitch, with floodlights and viewing areas. The leisure and community centre would provide training facilities and space for community groups, as well as offering improved sports facilities for use by the Woolmore Primary School.