- Belvedere is a central open space within East Village, originally designed for the 2012 Olympics.
- The new vision reimagines Belvedere as an evocative play garden with a modern English garden aesthetic.
- It aims to be inclusive, biodiverse, and community-focused, integrating play, greenery, and social spaces.
Where is Belvedere?
Belvedere is the public space outside Santi, The Fat Crab, Eggslut, The Gym Group, and Bakehouse by Signorelli.
Enhancement plans
- Significant improvements to the hard and soft landscaping, including new trees and perennial shrubs
- New trellises and landscape features, designed to add visual interest and structure to the space
- New play areas, including a Local Equipped Area of Play (LEAP), designed for a mix of age groups.
- Improved pedestrian and cycle connectivity, enhancing access and movement through the area;
- New Street furniture and safety enhancements, such as benches, upgraded lighting, and CCTV.