Grosvenor Project: Landmark Transformation of Grosvenor Square

Grosvenor Square’s Landmark Transformation Begins.

The West End’s largest private investment in public green space in a generation will see Grosvenor Square become a spectacular climate-resilient, biodiverse urban garden.

Planting at the square will be supported by renowned horticulturalist Professor Nigel Dunnett. The fourth transformation of the square in its 300 year history will feature c.70,000 new plants, 44 new trees, new wetlands and c. 80,000 new bulbs, creating a haven for wildlife.

The redesigns, originated by Tonkin Liu and delivered by BDP (Building Design Partnership Ltd), will pay homage to the original 1720s layout, reinstating an oval shaped lawn, framed by a new footpath and a surrounding woodland garden.

The redevelopment will include a new education building, where programmes funded by The Westminster Foundation will offer opportunities for children and adults to learn about biodiversity, climate change and the square’s rich history.

Contributing to our commitment to increase the biodiversity of the green spaces we manage across London, the Square will support Mayfair’s climate resilience, helping to regulate urban heat island effects and mitigate flood risk.

Update:

With the transformation of Grosvenor Square now underway, we asked the people behind the project what excites them most about this once-in-a-generation investment in the West End's public green space.

In this short film, Professor Nigel Dunnett, BDP (Building Design Partnership Ltd)'s Chris Stanton and Lucy Puddle reflect on the vision, the legacy, and the impact this new urban garden will have - for people and for nature.

Watch the video to find out more.