Regeneration of Oatlands

 

 

Masterplan

 

The original development masterplan (below), was prepared by Page & Park, Architects, as part of the successful development submission by Bett Homes (now Gladedale) in 2001.  The layout, which was adopted through legal agreement as the agreed ‘blueprint’ for the regeneration project, is based on the urban design guidelines of the Action Plan/Design Guide but reinforces the relationship between the housing and Richmond Park through proposals for radial streets focused on the parkland. The building frontages to the park, the main road and a new ‘Oatlands Square’ are/will generally be in four-storey tenemental form, with higher buildings at focal points and overlooking the River Clyde. Side streets have two- and three-storey terraced houses, townhouses and detached houses, all with their own gardens.

 

 

Oatlands Development Masterplan

Original development masterplan by Page\Park

 

 

The current version of the masterplan, marked up in detail by Holmes Partnership, architects, to show layout, building heights, landscape framework, local facilities, etc can be examined by clicking on the following link:

 

Detailed Current Oatlands Masterplan

 

The overall aim is that the regenerated Oatlands neighbourhood will fully reflect the qualities of good design, as advocated in the Scottish Executive’s policy statement, Designing Places:

  • a distinct local identity (already becoming apparent as the new Oatlands takes shape)
  • safe and pleasant spaces (Oatlands Square, tree-lined streets and the close relationship with Richmond Park and the River Clyde)
  • ease of movement (conventional layout of linked streets, direct cycle routes, etc whilst diverting heavy through traffic to the site edges)
  • a sense of welcome (distinctive entry points, with transition to enhanced road materials)
  • adaptability (the masterplan has already been adapted to take advantage of additional development opportunities)
  • good use of resources (an emphasis on traditional building materials, including timber doors and window frames, re-use of demolition materials on site, etc)
  • attractive appearance and character (resulting from the above).

 

Artist Impression of New Housing

Architect's drawing of Provost Way, Oatlands (now completed)