Over 40% of the development will be public realm.
Ten new spaces, 20 new streets, ‘home zones’, three new bridges and more than 400 trees, represent “a real step change in the quality of the public realm at King’s Cross with high quality and genuinely public new streets and open spaces.” (Camden Council, March 2006)
The development will promote pedestrian movement, establish new connections and integrate with the surrounding city.
Access to Regent’s Canal will be enhanced with terraced steps up to Granary Square; a world-class space with stunning pavilion buildings, dramatic fountains and the flexibility to hold activities and events.
Once the development is complete, most of the streets will be adopted by the local council - we will manage many of the (public) spaces between.
King’s Cross will boast the safest and cleanest environment in Central London. |