Exchange Square, designed by DSDHA, is a refurbishment of a major 1.5-acre public park above the tracks of Liverpool Street Station in London. Our terrazzo was supplied throughout, including water features, amphitheatre steps, paving and planter edges with complex 3D pieces. The challenge for In Opera was to provide over 3000 pieces, 90% of which were unique and many having to fit into each other perfectly. The 1.5-acre park will see a four-fold increase in the amount of planting and dramatically enhance biodiversity, with 25% of the area featuring green space that is accessible to all. Quadrupling the amount of green space at Broadgate, the aim is to boost the emotional and physical well-being of those that work at Broadgate and the local community while supporting British Land’s commitment to sustainability and biodiversity.
We are proud to have been involved in such a major development, which aims to draw people together and help the communities thrive in a better environment. What was once a dark uninviting space has been transformed into a light and welcoming place where people can truly live, where communities and businesses can thrive, and that helps the planet to flourish. It is a more attractive, less corporate environment for Broadgate, which creates places to dwell, not just pass through.
Awards
AIA UK Excellence in Design Awards 2024 - Shortlisted
Pro Landscaper Sustainability and Biodiversity Awards 2023 - Winner
New London Awards 2023 - Shortlisted
Dezeen Awards 2023 - Longlisted
WCCA City Building of the Year Award 2023 - Winner
[d]arc awards 2022 Spaces High Budget - Winner
RIBA London Award 2023 - Shortlisted
BALI National Landscape Awards 2022 - Grand Award Winner
Surface Design Awards 2023 - Finalist
The Pineapples 2022 - Shortlisted
Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition 2021
