THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK
www.southmoltontriangle.com Welcome to the second public consultation Last July, we hosted three public organised by Grosvenor Britain & Ireland drop-ins and showed you some of the for the South Molton Triangle. challenges that the West End is facing, the policy and planning response and Today, you will see the progress made since last July in our plans to transform the South Molton Triangle. introduced our initial masterplan for We believe this new part of Mayfair will be beneficial the South Molton Triangle. for residents, workers and visitors.
We have received a lot of feedback through the consultation Please discuss any aspect of what you see with our team here today DURING THE CONSULTATION to date and these have contributed to our evolving plans. and again we would very much like to hear your comments, via: In this consultation, we share our emerging ideas for the streets • Talking to a member of the team and buildings. We hope that the images and accompanying film • Completing a feedback form will give you a feel of what the South Molton Triangle could be like. • Visiting the feedback section of our website – www.southmoltontriangle.com • Emailing us – [email protected] 86 Over 3,000 people attended visited the website
We have received many comments and thank you to all that have done so. You can continue to leave comments via the feedback section of our website.
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1 THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK 2 What you have told us so far: Q How will the South Molton Triangle be serviced and deliveries managed?
• You agree that the South Molton Triangle requires • You like that we have started to consult early in the process. A This is a crucial element of the planning and design of new places. investment to bring about much-needed improvement. We know that long term management has a key role and believe that our experience in piloting new management approaches, such as our You have also expressed support for: delivery and waste consolidation schemes, across the estate will prove invaluable in minimising the impact of the scheme for local people. • Prioritising pedestrians in the public spaces. • Improving the streets and public spaces, which are We have also successfully implemented management plans at • The proposed mix of uses, including food and drink at a currently seen as being poor, particularly South Molton Motcomb Street and Eccleston Yards that demonstrate how working in range of price points. Lane and Davies Mews. partnership with retailers and operators can ensure that the servicing • The priority being given to honouring Mayfair’s rich and • Making a positive contribution to the future of the West End, approach is effective and the impact of other activities are minimised. varied architectural character. particularly in light of the opening of the Elizabeth Line. We are still at the early stages of developing our Servicing Strategy • Retaining the use of Grays Antiques and the Running and you can see our initial thinking later in the display. Horse pub.
Some of you raised particular questions, which we have Q How will additional visitors to the area be accommodated? responded to here, more details are shown in Section 2. A The opening of the Elizabeth Line will increase the number of visitors to this area. As we said in July, improving the streets and prioritising Q What is the construction programme and what pedestrians will mean that people will be able to enjoy Q What will the design of the new buildings be like? will be done to minimise any adverse impacts? spending some time in the South Molton Triangle before moving safely through the area. You can see more detailed designs in Section 2. A We are fully aware of the impact that construction Many people currently move through the area, especially How will the new buildings complement and A Q has on the lives of residents, workers and visitors. using South Molton Lane, which is not a pleasant route. respect the character and heritage of Mayfair? We now have considerable experience of managing Davies Mews is not pedestrian friendly with no pavements This is a priority for us, which is why we have chosen to the construction process within Mayfair and will use and delivery vehicles parking on both sides of the road. A that experience at the South Molton Triangle. work with Hopkins Architects. They are highly regarded The improvements that we propose will transform the designers and have considerable experience of similar We will work closely with the City Council and local pedestrian experience and encourage people into the area. residents to ensure that any adverse impacts are projects to the South Molton Triangle. We are also proposing a new pedestrian route at 10 kept to a minimum, that all the obligations of the What will this new part of Mayfair feel like and how can Hopkins are designing the new buildings to respect the South Molton Street to South Molton Lane, which will Q Considerate Constructor Scheme are adhered to it meet the needs of residents, workers and visitors? listed façades. For example, we have set back the new create another local connection. building on the north side of Davies Mews behind the and that there is a consistent flow of information A key aspect of our proposals is to improve the A original Blomfield façade and retained the Running and regular communication. We will set ambitious surrounding streets and public spaces that are Horse pub at 50 Davies Street. Our ambition is to design targets about reusing and recycling materials and currently very poor and uninviting. sustainable, beautiful buildings that are respectful of the we will make best use of consolidation centres to One of our key ambitions is to create a place that varied historical character of the area and showcase the avoid unnecessary traffic. people will enjoy being in and will want to visit. We listed buildings in and around the South Molton Triangle We will provide more detail about the construction believe this can be done by together identifying the whilst also embracing 21st century design. management plan at the next round of consultation. right mix of shops, restaurants and activities alongside high quality street design.
3 THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK 4 New Bond Street Public realm improvements led by New West The South Molton Triangle will be an exciting and inviting The context for the End Company, together with Westminster City Council and Transport for London, with a funding contribution from Grosvenor. Phase 1 completed in 2018 and the project has transformed the new place, replacing the tired and underutilised area that experience for pedestrians while drastically South Molton Triangle calming traffic along the street. it is today. Oxford Street Hanover Westminster City Council published Square its latest proposals for Oxford Street There are new buildings being in November 2018. This includes Oxford Street built to the west of the Square plans to enhance the environment including Great Portland Estate’s TO DO THIS, OUR AMBITION IS TO CREATE A PLACE THAT: on Oxford Street the surrounding new 9 storey office building district to improve the pedestrian New Bond Street over the new Bond Street East experience. South Molton Triangle station’s eastern entrance and is included in these proposals and is Clivedale’s 11 storey apartments an important junction connecting South Molton Street for the Mandarin Oriental. to Oxford Street. Hanover Square
Axonometric drawing showing DRAFT opportunities for new public spaces and water features recalling the Tyburn River
Provides a mix of uses, including shops, 6 Complements and links to the surrounding area.
restaurants and offices. 4 Bond Street West Station
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1 Davies Street 2 New Elizabeth Line Station 2 3 Brown Hart Gardens 4 West One Shopping Centre 1 5 South Molton Lane 6 Stratford Place
CABINET REPORT VERSION · 17.10.18 EXAMPLE SITES 93 Brown Hart Gardens
Bond Street South Molton Combines an active all-day and evening economy West Station Street Welcomes all – whether residents, workers or visitors. The new Elizabeth Line Station will South Molton Street has been with attractive streets and public spaces. be opening in 2020. This station a special retail destination for will form part of a new office Avery Row many years offering independent building (65 Davies Street), which Claridge's boutiques. However, there are now is being developed by Grosvenor. a number of vacant shop units. Proposals are being drawn up to broaden the retail mix and improve the public space. Is respectful of the location and heritage; Creates much-needed new employment celebrating the varied character of Mayfair. space and a range of job opportunities.
Grosvenor Square Brown Hart Gardens Completed in 2013, Grosvenor transformed an inaccessible deck into an elevated public Avery Row square, which offers a relaxing Avery Row is a pedestrianised WHILST... and contemplative environment lane with a variety of restaurants, away from the nearby crowds. cafes and independent shops. Moveable planters and furniture Key The course of the river Tyburn allow for a wide variety of uses continues down Avery Row from and the cafe means that it can Bond Street tube station be used all year round. South Molton Lane. Elizabeth Line
Positively addressing some of the challenges Aligning with the planning and policy context South Molton Triangle Berkeley Square and pressures facing the West End. at a regional, City and neighbourhood level. Green spaces
Grosvenor Square Berkeley Square Claridge’s Grosvenor has recently taken over Grosvenor, in partnership with Westminster The landmark Claridge’s hotel is management from Royal Parks and in City Council and the Berkeley Square Estate proposing considerable refurbishment June 2018 we issued a “Call for Ideas” to will widen footpaths, deliver new public art, works and an extension, including ask Londoners how Grosvenor Square could seating, tree planting, high quality surface increasing the height of the building, be reimagined so that everyone can enjoy finishes and improved digital connectivity. expanding into 41-43 Brook Street and the space. Grosvenor received 160 entries We started construction at Berkeley Square adding amenity on Brooks Mews. from 19 countries and next steps will be north in July 2018 and the project will announced soon. complete in winter 2019.
5 THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK 6 Improving public space Our approach is informed by a number of principles Understanding the existing public space
• Integrate the public spaces within the South Molton Triangle • Improve safety and security. 1 Arrival from Oxford Street 6 South Molton Passage with the wider strategies for open space such as Grosvenor’s • Increase connectivity and signpost new and existing routes. public space strategy for The Estate. • There is too much street clutter which • Limited signposting means that it is underused. • Ensure accessibility for all. obstructs pedestrian movement. Key 1 Location Issue Opportunity • Poor lighting and no natural surveillance • Manage servicing, deliveries and waste to reduce the impact. • The dominant road creates an uninviting creates an unwelcoming environment and • High-quality paving, seating, landscaping and lighting. entrance to Mayfair. encourages anti-social behaviour. • Create a sense of arrival to the West End and Mayfair. • Create green corridors by introducing new planting and trees • Manage the increased numbers of visitors, principally from • The existing tree is an effective local marker. • Potential to become an obvious link wherever possible. • There are clear pedestrian routes and between South Molton Street and the new Bond Street West station. • Celebrate the area’s history. sight lines along South Molton Lane South Molton Lane. and Davies Street. • Creative art and improved lighting could make this a fun and safe route. • Potential to coordinate landscape 1 improvements with Oxford Street. 5 6 South Molton Lane 2 Davies Street • Pavements are narrow and materials • Traffic and roadway dominates, particularly are of poor quality and condition. towards the junction of Brook Street. • On-street refuse creates a hazard • Servicing and parking is uncoordinated. and accentuates a forgotten feel. 5 • Lack of coordination of parking and service 2 vehicles creates difficulties for pedestrians. • The entrance to the Mews is 4 relatively discrete. • Historic and coherent frontage. • Strong sight lines and clear route between • Potential to coordinate improvements to Brook Street and Bond Street Station. the roads and pavements with Crossrail. 3 • Potential to celebrate the River Tyburn and historic nature of the street through public art. • New seating and planting will help create an 3 Brook Street inviting place that people want to visit. • New public walkway at 10 South Molton Street will provide an additional • The area’s principal street is dominated pedestrian link. by traffic making it difficult for pedestrians Study Boundary to cross the road. Public Realm Boundary • The pavements are narrow with 4 Davies Mews poor-quality materials and street clutter. Aerial plan of current public space in the South Molton Triangle and surrounding area • Servicing and parking is uncoordinated. • Dominance of service vehicles and refuse gives a ‘back of house’ feel. • Removal of clutter and introduction • Lack of pavements makes it unsafe of planting. for pedestrians.
• Celebrate the architecture of the historic buildings. • Restricting traffic to timed servicing hours will create an inviting public space and allow for alfresco dining.
7 THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK 8 Introduction to Section 2 A brief history of the South Molton Triangle
The area was first developed in the 1720s as part of Grosvenor’s The area has always been characterised by a mix of uses and In this section, we share the history, issues and creation of Mayfair and the expansion of London westwards. It has never conformed to the typical residential street and use opportunities in and around the South Molton Triangle. formed the edge of the Mayfair estate, as it does today. patterns of Mayfair. This boundary was defined by the Tyburn River, which flows from It has constantly evolved as a distinctive area that connects Hampstead, runs beneath Marylebone Lane and South Molton and services Oxford Street, New Bond Street and Mayfair. We address our approach to the public spaces and Lane before heading south to join the Thames near Millbank Tower. It was culverted when the original development began. amendments we have made to the masterplan since our first consultation.
The section finishes with a series of views that provide Retained buildings and façades a feel for how the area will be transformed.
HISTORIC BUILDINGS
15-22 South Molton Street Grade II
South Molton Street The Running Horse 58 Grays Antiques pub, 50 Davies Street
South Molton Lane 52-54 Davies Street
56 Davies Street 58 Davies Street 10 54 1-8 Davies Mews 52
50 1-8 Davies Mews The Running 40-46 Brook Street Horse Pub Davies Mews Buildings on South Molton Street except no. 22 40-46 Brook Street 58-48 Brook Street Grade II* 17 South Molton Street
Brook Street Retained buildings The South Molton Triangle is in Retained façades Retained with passageway at ground floor the Mayfair Conservation area.
9 THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK 10 Timeline
A brief history of the South Molton Triangle
1785 1902 2018 Grosvenor Market 1891 North side of Davies 1920’s Grosvenor 1720’s (fruit and vegetables) 1840’s John Bolding & Sons built Mews built to designs Brookfield House 1950-52 1977 commences 2020 Brook Street – established surrounded Grosvenor Market closes – a factory and showrooms by Reginald Blomfield (Corner of Davies St and 56 Davies Street Grays Antiques consultation A new future for residential town by houses, pubs, shops Running Horse pub and two for manufacturing sanitary to house an extension Brook St) constructed rebuilt by James opens at 58 for the South the South Molton houses built and a slaughter house adjoining town houses built ware at Davies Street of Bolding’s factory as bank, shops and flats Miller and Partners Davies Street Molton Triangle Triangle begins
1780’s 1803 1889 1899 1940’s 1969 2017 2019 South Molton Street – William Blake and his Grosvenor Market Victoria Rifles occupies a The Victoria Rifles’ John Bolding & Victoria Planning application terraced houses built, wife Charlotte move into and surrounding building on Davies Street building at 56 Davies Sons closes Rifles relocate for the South Molton with back gardens the first floor of 17 South buildings demolished south of Bolding’s Street destroyed by away from Triangle to be submitted Molton Street where a bomb Davies Street they lived for 18 years
11 THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK 12 Updated masterplan PROPOSED GROUND FLOOR
At the last consultation, we showed you our proposed masterplan for the South Molton Triangle. It has been updated and moved forward since then. Feedback that we have received has informed the necessary design decisions for the masterplan. Preserving, adapting and celebrating the historical character of key buildings and frontages remains paramount. Office
Food & Beverage ORIGINAL MASTERPLAN Pub/ Bar Retail
Micro - Retail
Gym Existing retail New pedestrian cut throughs
Cores & New retail including Service Corridors Grays Antiques Offices & cafés & restaurants other uses Entrance & lobby to Entrance & lobby to offices offices on upper floors or other uses on upper floors
Listed buildings The Running Horse pub
The principal change from the previous masterplan is the removal of the pedestrian galleries to South Molton Lane and Davies Mews Proposed - Ground Floor through the new north building. This retains the heritage frontage at 1-8 Davies Mews and the façade of the former Army building PROPOSED FIRST FLOOR at 56 Davies Street. To achieve this we have set the new northern building behind the original Blomfield façade along Davies Mews; this makes the building smaller and has an impact on the usable floor area. We do not want to make the building taller and have accommodated this change by removing the galleries. Office
Food & Beverage
Pub/ Bar
Retail
Micro - Retail
Gym
Cores & Service Corridors
Offices & other uses
Proposed - Second Floor
13 THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK THE SOUTH MOLTON TRIANGLE CONSULTATION PHASE 2 PACK 14 Scale of proposed buildings Transforming the South Molton Triangle
One question that was frequently asked at the consultation last We have used the height of neighbouring buildings including Our vision for the South Molton Triangle is to create an attractive and July was about the scale of the proposed new buildings. The plan Claridge’s and 65 Davies Street as a maximum building height welcoming environment that is sensitive to the character of Mayfair. below displays the number of storeys and heights of the proposed for the area that we will work within. It is of note that both of Since last July, we have been developing the detail for the buildings and the buildings in the South Molton Triangle and the surrounding area. our proposed new office buildings are below the height of the public spaces, exploring their relationship to create a new and exciting place. two buildings that are under construction at Hanover Square. It has always been a principle of our design that we will concentrate The design has not yet evolved to a point where we are able to present detailed height in the centre to minimise the visual impact of the new buildings designs – which we will do at the next round of consultation. The following views from ground level. provide an understanding of what the South Molton Triangle could be like.
The scale of the buildings are representative of the emerging designs and
NUMBER OF STOREYS ABOVE GROUND FLOOR give a realistic indication of what it would be like to walk through the area.
Key Plan