PUBLIC EXHIBITION NOVEMBER 208
INTRODUCTION U+I IS DELIGHTED TO WELCOME YOU TO THE CONSULTATION ON THE PROPOSED MASTERPLAN FOR A NEW MIXED-USE QUARTER ON THE GREENWICH PENNINSULA: PROVIDING HOMES, JOBS, COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND PUBLIC SPACE. We want to hear your views on the proposals before submitting a planning application early next year. This will establish an overall vision for the site, building uses, maximum heights, numbers of homes and proportion of affordable housing. The detailed design, such as how buildings will look and landscaping, will require separate planning approval. Further information on the proposals and opportunities to feedback will be posted on our website. Please feel free to ask the project team any questions you have about the project and let us know what you think by filling out a questionnaire. THE TEAM U+I is a developer specialising in unlocking urban sites bristling with individuality, hidden history and untapped potential. U+I s experience with public private partnerships means it is well placed to create new places that put a community s needs and aspirations at centre stage. www.uandiplc.com OMA (Office for Metropolitan Architecture) is an international awardwinning architecture firm known for its groundbreaking work. Its most notable projects include Fondazione Prada in Milan (208), Qatar National Library (208), Timmerhuis, the new home for Rotterdam s municipal offices (205) and CCTV Headquarters in Beijing (202) www.oma.eu Aerial view of Morden Wharf and Greenwich Peninsula. Holland Green and the Design Museum at the Commonwealth Institute, Kensington (Image courtesy of OMA; photography by Sebastian van Damme, 206). Timmerhuis, Rotterdam (Image Courtesy of OMA; photography by Ossip van Duivenbode, 205). Signal Townhouses at Telegraph Works, Greenwich (U+I, Weston Homes, Alcatel Submarine Networks, Architects: Allford Hall Monaghan Morris, Completed 208). Deptford Market Yard, Lewisham (U+I, London Borough of Lewisham Architects: Ash Sakula Architects, Pollard Thomas Architects, Farrer Huxley Associates, Completed 206).
SITE AND CONTEXT Morden Wharf is a 3-acre site on the southwestern end of the Greenwich Peninsula, formerly the site of a large sweeteners refinery. It is one of the few remaining significant riverfront sites in the capital. SHORT HISTORY OF THE SITE Morden Wharf is named after the long-time landowners, Morden College (a charity established in 700 by Sir John Morden with a large gift of land). The area was known as the great and little pits and was historically used for grazing. From the mid-9th Century, industry has dominated the site, with telegraph cable manufacturing and the Wilkie and Soames Soap and Candle Works, which continued to operate until the early 930 s. From 934, the site hosted a glucose works and associated industries under a series of owners up to the late 990 s when it closed. U+I purchased the site in 202. To the north, the site remains active industrial land, including a new working riverside wharf. Much of the southern site was cleared in 2009, apart from a large brick warehouse building (referred to as the Southern Warehouse) and a former office building along Tunnel Avenue. The Greenwich Peninsula is an Opportunity Area for new homes and jobs in London and Greenwich Council has allocated Morden Wharf as a location for a mix of residential and commercial uses and a location suitable for tall buildings. Buildings up to 32 storeys have been granted planning permission at Enderby Wharf. A series of new developments between Greenwich Town Centre and the peninsula form a new, more urban context of taller buildings and contemporary architecture. On the peninsula over 5,000 new homes in buildings of up to 40 storeys, 3,000 new jobs, a design district and a 5km cultural walkway have already been granted planning permission. 2 4 2 Southern warehouse after site clearance in 2009. Built in the 950 s it is proposed to be kept and refurbished. 5 Office Building 3 Southern Warehouse 9 32 Enderby Wharf 29 26 8 2 8 3 2 8 0 8 0 3 Site location map showing surrounding buildings and planning consents (with storeys). View of southern warehouse from the river. Morden Wharf when operating as a sweeteners works.
MASTERPLAN 8 floors 58.5 m 0 floors 35.2 m 29 floors 93.9 m 3 floors 50.2 m floors 40.2 m + floor 7.2 m 36 floors 2.7 m 32 floors 05.4 m 2 floors 45.2 m 0 floors 35.2 m 26 floors 80.2 m floors 40.2 m + floor 25.5 m 0 Floors 38.5 m 28 floors 96. m 8 floors 64. m 24 floors 83.3 m 8 floors 32. m 2+ floors 26.6 m 4 floors 5.3 m m FLEXIBLE INDUSTRIAL SPACE + floor 6.3 m 6 floors 25.7 m 2 floors 44.9 m + floors 7.4 m HOUSING - TOWERS (8 TO 36 STOREYS) HOUSING - MID-RISE (2 TO 4 STOREYS) HOUSING - MANSION BLOCKS (8 TO 0 STOREYS) RETAIL / LEISURE / COMMUNITY SPACE INDUSTRIAL SPACE PARKING (WITH ADDITIONAL BELOW GROUND) OFFICE / INCUBATOR A NEW MIXED-USE QUARTER ON THE GREENWICH PENNINSULA: PROVIDING HOMES, JOBS, COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND PUBLIC SPACE. One of the last remaining sites to be developed on the Greenwich Peninsula, Morden Wharf s rich history has been mostly erased. The vision is to create a development that respects the site s past, and responds to the present and future context: traditional mansion block housing, present day industrial buildings, and a future highdensity waterfront development. The masterplan proposes an amalgamation of parts, which pays tribute to the site s context and yet allows it to be perceived as a single whole.
RESIDEN PRIVA NEW HOMES 2 3 View of proposed reflecting pond and raised podium which sits between towers. MANSION BLOCK MANSION BLOCK MANSION BLOCK MANSION BLOCK MANSION BLOCK 2 MID-RISE TOWER TOWER Mansion blocks with shops and restaurants at ground floor, separated by gardens.,500 NEW HOMES, INCLUDING OVER 500 AFFORDABLE HOMES The proposed masterplan will aim to deliver 35% affordable housing and will contribute to the target of delivering over 3,200 homes a year in Greenwich, as set out the New London Plan. This will include larger family sized units.the proposals are for mansion blocks of between 8 and 0 storeys, two mid-rise blocks of 2 and 4 storeys and four towers ranging from 8 to 36 storeys. Mansion blocks separated from mid-rise buildings and towers by a canal lined street. Mansion blocks will be separated by a central garden, with a canal lined street to the south and play space to the north. The towers will sit on a raised podium with parking, retail and community space and face onto courtyards and a central reflecting pool. Detailed designs for the housing, such as the materials and façades, would be agreed as part of future detailed planning approvals ( reserved matters ). Proposed masterplan showing location of new homes. MID-RISE 3 TOWER TOWER
MANSION BLOCK INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE WORKSPACE, RETAIL AND COMMUNITY 2 Proposed refurbished southern warehouse opened up onto a new high street. A significant part of the site remains Strategic Industrial Location (SIL), protected for specific types of commercial use. Our masterplan will provide up to 20,000 SQM (equivalent to a quarter of The O2) of employment space directly supporting up to 600 jobs* across the site. The scale of the proposals will support community facilities - with a range of work, leisure, educational and health uses. A new industrial unit on Tunnel Avenue will restore the historic use of the site, potentially two storey to provide over 7,500 SQM of space. The red-brick southern warehouse from the 950 s will be retained and could provide a further 7,500 SQM of space for creative or light-industrial businesses. This will be complemented by smaller workspaces at the eastern end of the warehouse. Finally, a new incubator space would provide low-cost offices for entrepreneurs and SME s to establish their businesses in Greenwich, and act as a transition between the industrial and residential areas. New retail, leisure and community space will provide services to the area, which will help to establish a true community, not just a place to sleep and work. This could include a new riverfront restaurant or bar, local supermarket, healthcare facilities or children s nursery. We would be interested in hearing your views about what would best contribute to the area or is most needed by residents. Proposed view of site entrance showing double height industrial space, segregated traffic and small workspace units. MORDEN WHARF WAS A MAJOR EMPLOYMENT SITE FOR OVER 50 YEARS, AND WILL BECOME A HIVE OF ACTIVITY AGAIN. Residential Office Incubator Industrial space A new incubator space would provide separation and protection from noise between the residential and industrial areas. FLEXIBLE INDUSTRIAL SPACE INDUSTRIAL/ MIX-USE WAREHOUSE 2 BAR / RESTAURANT OFFICE / INCUBATOR RETAIL / LEISURE / COMMUNITY SPACE INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE WASTE / ENERGY CENTRE Proposed masterplan showing location of industrial, office, retail, leisure and community uses. *Gross figure for the proposed development only, not including indirect economic impact.
3.5 m OPEN SPACES 2 A new high street running perpendicular to Tunnel Avenue will form the central axis for the site and will draw inspiration from the site s industrial heritage. The vision for the scheme is to segregate cars from cyclists and pedestrians at the earliest opportunity. 4.4 m 3 4 6 5.7 m 0 9 A varied range of open spaces are proposed, including the incorporation of ponds and canals to aid drainage, encourage wildlife and form a useable amenity for the community. Open park areas along the waterfront for the public could include a range of amenity and games areas (for example an open-air amphitheatre or basketball court) and the restored pier will be open to the general public. Park areas will transition to more sheltered spaces between the residential buildings. 5 2 The proposed masterplan for Morden Wharf will deliver over four acres of open space including over 5,000 SQM of new children s play areas. The buildings have been moved back from the Thames, providing room for a new riverfront park and upgraded Thames Path. 7 8 3 New wider paths for cyclists and pedestrians along the river will be provided, in addition to retaining the upgraded Thames Path. We will aim to minimise any periods of closure through construction. Mean High Water 5.7m 3 4 Section through proposed tree-lined canal street. A B C KEY Section A Scale: :00 2 Section B Scale: :00 5 4 Cycle bridge. Section Location Plan Scale: :000 Riverside amphitheatre. Planit Intelligent Environments LLP E: info@planit-ie.com MANCHESTER 2 Back Grafton St Altrincham WA4 DY t: 06 928 928 Waterfront park. Section through riverside showing retained Thames Path and new cycling and walking paths. 3 Section C Scale: :00 Restored pier. Client: Architect: Project: Drawing: Status: Date: Drg No. W: planit-ie.com LONDON 44 Wharf Road London N 7UX t: 0207 253 5678 U+I OMA Morden Wharf Sections 0 Sketch 3..208 903-MW-SK-GA-200. New high street 9. Food deck 2. Residential gardens and family play space 0. Cycle bridge 3. Canal street 4. Central lawn 2. Gardens and outdoor seating 5. Reflecting pool 6. Cycle storage access spiral 7. Basketball court 8. Drop-off plaza. Retained Thames Path 3. Riverside amphitheatre 4. New walking and cycling paths 5. Pier
TRANSPORT AND ACCESS VEHICLE ACCESS CYCLE ROUTE WALKING ROUTE FREIGHT ACCESS PUBLIC TRANSPORT NORTH GREENWICH 5 MIN WALK / 5 MIN CYCLE INDUSTRIAL/ MIX-USE WAREHOUSE OFFICE AFFORDABLE AFFORDABLE NEW BUS STOPS INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE AFFORDABLE AFFORDABLE Proposed access to Morden Wharf, with possible new connections to the neighbourhood, and upgraded routes for cyclists and pedestrians. INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE AFFORDABLE The Morden Wharf masterplan provides an opportunity to improve transport connections within the wider neighbourhood, with potential future connections linking to Enderby Wharf and Salutation Road. Access to the site will segregate commercial and residential traffic as far as possible and promote safe, active travel by walking, cycling and public transport. Morden Wharf is situated a 5-minute walk or 5-minute cycle to North Greenwich station with the 08, 88 and 422 buses stopping close by. As part of the Silvertown Tunnel proposals, the intention is to re-open the full length of Tunnel Avenue to two-way traffic with an upgraded pedestrian and cycle crossing over the A02. Subject to TfL agreement, this could allow for a new bus service running between the site and the North Greenwich station in the future. New bus stops could be provided along Tunnel Avenue, and a new shuttle bus service to North Greenwich is being explored. Future transport improvements include the provision of riverboat stop at Enderby Wharf, planned Jubilee Line frequency upgrades, and expected improvements from the diversion of passengers onto the new Elizabeth Line. Around 500 residential car parking spaces and over 60 commercial spaces will be provided across the site, including those dedicated to Blue Badge holders, car club bays and electric vehicle charging. Over 2,450 secure cycle parking spaces will be provided, including a riverfront cycle hub alongside the upgraded Thames Path.
NEXT STEPS WE WOULD BE GRATEFUL IF YOU COULD SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE MASTERPLAN BY FILLING IN ONE OF THE QUESTIONNAIRES PROVIDED Please send back any comments or questionnaires by Saturday 8 December Stay up to date with our plans at www.mordenwharf.com Alternatively, you can contact our team directly at: info@mordenwharf.com or 020 3633 6482 Following this public consultation, we aim to further develop the masterplan based on your feedback and submit a planning application in the spring of next year. INDICATIVE TIMETABLE Winter 208 Public Consultation. Autumn 209 Outline planning decision expected. 2020 Commencement of site preparation works for first phase. Spring 209 Outline planning application submitted to Royal Borough of Greenwich. Early 2020 Detailed reserved matters application for first phase submitted. Proposed riverside park and new cycle path bridge with residential building set back from the Thames. info@mordenwharf.com 020 3633 6482 www.mordenwharf.com
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