Brixton central square project
Work is due to commence this year on the exciting Brixton central square project.
The project aims to create a safe, high-quality public space reflecting our unique and diverse community. A joint project between Lambeth Council, Transport for London, Design for London and the local community, Brixton central square forms part of the Mayor's ‘100 Public Spaces’ programme.
Landscape architects have developed a design to improve and unite the spaces of Tate Gardens and Windrush Square, and encourage better interaction with St. Matthew’s Peace Gardens and the rest of the town centre. The Brixton central square project will provide a modern and much improved space which encourages a new set of uses while retaining elements which currently work well.
Creating a new space for the community
Changes will bring improved landscaping, and surfacing, new lighting, an innovative water feature, and new distinctive street 'furniture' including seating. By promoting new activities and providing safer, more direct routes the new design will address concerns about community safety and anti social behaviour. In general, there will be more space for pedestrians, and by changing the layout of trees, there will be better CCTV coverage and improved sightlines through the new space.
A contractor will be appointed by TFL shortly to carry out works on the square. For further information regarding this project, please visit the TfL website.
The proposals for Brixton central square have been informed by detailed community consultation. We would like to thank you for giving us your comments, feedback and great ideas.