Northala Fields

Northala Fields is a revolutionary new park development designed by artist Peter Fink and architect Igor Marko of FoRM Associates, constructed from 65,000 lorry loads of waste material.

The creation of the new landforms provided a solution to a number of site and development issues. It generated the necessary funds to enable the range of recreational and ecological benefits being sought on the site, eliminating any costs to the taxpayer. It also made a dramatic contribution to shrinking the ecological footprint of west London construction projects such as Wembley Stadium, White City and Heathrow Terminal 5.

Enhancing the recreation opportunities of the site has been a priority in developing the design proposals. The park features separate lakes for model boating, fishing and wildlife, as well as both natural and modernised children’s play areas. An outdoor entertainment amphitheatre was built into the new landform, providing a venue for local community and school events. Various cycle and pedestrian paths link into the surrounding cycle and public transport network.

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