Landscape Architecture

Groundwork leads the way in providing landscape solutions
that put people first. We believe in the importance of quality design that connects with the needs of communities and our work focuses on improving the quality of life in areas of greatest need and is underpinned by principles of sustainability, biodiversity and quality.

We take an integrated approach, with our Landscape Architects working closely in a cross-team way with our Community Co-ordinators and Youth Workers. This unique blend of skills enables the community and client to be fully involved with each stage of the design process.

We promote the use of recycled and reclaimed materials in our projects and seek to ensure our suppliers meet our environmental standards.

Groundwork is one of the largest employers of chartered landscape architects in the country. This professional network shares good practice, training and staff resources, providing an extensive pool of knowledge and experience, bringing extra benefits to each project undertaken.

Groundwork has experience of delivering a broad range of landscape initiatives including:

• Playful landscapes
• Green infrastructure
• Place making
• Derelict land restoration or regeneration
• Community gardens and other open spaces
• Urban parks and open spaces/green routeways
• Urban design and masterplanning
• Sports facilities
• School grounds
• Community allotments and health projects
• Community arts projects, land art and sculpture
• Housing estates, alley-gating and homezones
• Strategic routes such as road corridors, cycleways and waterside improvements
• Heritage sites
• Business frontages
• Green business parks and industrial estates
• Landscape management plans and design strategies