Rushden Living planning refresh
Strata refreshes the landscape scheme for a new Rushden Living planning application which achieves a net gain in biodiversity.
Interview with Strata Design
Strata director Richard Willmott discusses the power of technology, the benefits of staying small and our landmark Rushden Lakes project in the latest Future Arch magazine. Click on the magazine and visit p15-17 to read more.
Winchester almshouse development
Strata Design and Rockcliffe Williams Architects develop almshouse apartments and facilities within Winchester conservation area.
Strata Inspires in Pro Landscaper
Strata Design is thrilled to feature in October’s Pro Landscaper Inspire section with an article on Rushden Lakes. Comprising 230,000 sq ft of new retail and restaurant accommodation (phase 1), the former gravel extraction site includes a lake and Site of Specific Scientific Interest (SSSI) wetland which is home to 20,000 migrating birds, a boathouse […]
Exploring 3D Printing
The 3D printer has been busily whirring away in the Strata studio as we explore the workflow for 3D printing on future projects.
People and birds flock to Rushden Lakes scheme
[cycloneslider id=”rushdenlakes_opens”] Phase One of the pioneering Rushden Lakes shopping and leisure scheme has opened to the public. Situated in the Nene Valley, Northampton, the site combines shopping and eating with extensive opportunities for outdoor activities within the rich natural habitats of the surrounding wildlife reserves. Comprising approximately 400,000 sq ft of new retail and […]
LXB appoints Strata Design for second phase of Rushden Lakes
Strata Design is delighted to have been directly appointed by LXB as landscape architects on Phase 2 of the £140m Rushden Lakes shopping and leisure scheme. It follows the firm’s director, Richard Willmott’s previous successful design work and supervision on Phase 1. The landmark retail and leisure scheme uniquely combines its location in an area […]
Rushden rill
Installation is underway for one of Rushden Lakes key external features. Designed to integrate sensitively into its context and landscape, the bespoke central boulevard water feature and 56m rill mimic the natural fall towards the lake and provide a playful space for people to splash about in and cool down on hot days. Concept designed […]