3.3 The Public Realm
Key Public Spaces and Streets of Special Character
examples of artistic detailing and public art within the city's
public realm
Within the broad frameworks set by the material palette zones
a creative flexibility is to be encouraged so that distinctive and
memorable spaces can be designed. Standards of materials and construction
must be at least as high as those described in the standard palettes
appropriate to zone in which space is located. The environment of
spaces through the incorporation of the work of artists and craftworkers
is encouraged as is the creative use of lighting and water. Standards
of soft landscape work must be appropriate for a City Centre location
using the Peace Gardens as a benchmark of quality. Trees in paving
must be planted to SCC approved details and specification.
Materials
- Within Primary Zones only the highest standards of natural stone
paving will be accepted. Designs should respect the palette of
Pennine Sandstone footways and granite paving for vehicular areas.
Wider use of granites for shared surfaces is encouraged. Detailing
must be robust and simple with the use of pattern reserved for
special circumstances only.
- Any bespoke street furniture must display the highest standards
of craftsmanship and materials use and must be at least as high
a standard as the SCC standard range. The furniture must be robust
and not prone to skate board damage.
- Public Art must display the highest standards of craftsmanship
and must be robust and able to withstand normal public interaction.
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