The Lark, Nine Elms

The Lark is a residential development providing 262 apartments within three linked 11/13 storey buildings. It fronts onto the Park Basin, right at the heart of Nine Elms Park. This important location is reflected by the ‘Cultural Anchor’ ground floor use facing the park, and the large ‘Sculptural Seat’.

The landscape design sets the building firmly within the park character, with substantial green buffers and ‘bridged’ approaches to the various residential entrances. The planting is informal and encourages biodiversity. On the south side, the footway borders the neighbouring primary school. The podium level landscape draws inspiration from the tidal wetlands which historically covered the area, informing the relaxed geometry and planting design. This family friendly communal garden allows organised activity and also informal play, socialising and quiet contemplation.

Client

Galliard Homes

Date

2020 - 2022

Team

FourFourSix, architect / DP9, planner / Walsh, structural engineer