Architecture competition launched to redesign Finsbury Circus
The City of London Corporation has launched a design competition to transform the Grade II listed gardens at Finsbury Circus.
The corporation are after the most creative and sustainable design ideas to return Finsbury Circus Gardens to it’s former glory. Think, a sanctuary of sorts with multifunctional areas for local workers, tourists and residents.
Finsbury Circus is the oldest and one of the most prestigious public parks in the City, receiving over two million visits year.
The City’s largest open space at 2,200 sqm, has been used been used by Crossrail to provide access to the section of tunnel between Farringdon and Liverpool Street, for the last 10 years.
Oliver Sells, Chairman of the City of London Corporation’s Open Spaces and City Gardens Committee, said:
“This is an exciting project to reinstate the oldest and largest public open space in the City of London. Since opening in the 17th century it has gone through many changes but it has been at the forefront of public garden design and many of those who have worked there have gone on to great things.
“We treasure and need our open spaces more than ever in today’s world as oases of peace, quiet and greenery, and I am determined that London shall have the very best we can offer. This is a chance, after a decade of occupation by Crossrail, to re-create a public garden worthy of this amazing and historic space. We are holding a public competition as we want to encourage new entrants, small firms and all in the garden design world to have a chance to make their mark. Good luck to all involved!”
To apply visit Capital Sourcing here. Applicants will have 30 days to apply, with the competition ending on 6 July 2020. Five entrants will make the shortlist.