Background

Timekeepers Square is a development of 36 townhouses in the historic Adelphi/Bexley Square conservation area in Salford, with the iconic Grade II listed St Phillips Church at its centre. The primary objective of the scheme was to blend the old with the new and re-establish the area’s historic street layout, reinstating a natural flow of the scheme’s streets towards St Phillips Church.

Challenge

To create a clearly defined route towards the church, a paving solution that was sympathetic to the area’s rich history, but also complemented the neighbouring contemporary-styled Georgian terraces, was required. Care also had to be taken to incorporate a cast iron sculpture designed by Andrew Mckeown, representing the life and future growth potential of the Salford area.

Solution

Marshalls’ Vasanta blend Sandstone was selected as the ideal choice for the project. The contemporary linear plank style created a wide, open feel to the pedestrian boulevard, providing the perfect approach to St Phillips Church and an inviting walkway for residents and visitors alike. The Vasanta Blend of colours, inspired by the first Spring sunshine of the year, mixes a beige base colour with shades of pale greys to warm buffs, creating a unique blend.

This gentle colour blend and subtle variations throughout the natural stone provided a harmonious balance between traditional and contemporary, mirroring the historic area’s redevelopment. Striking bespoke water jet cut flags were included in the pedestrianised areas, capturing local scenes made famous by the eminent Salfordian artist LS Lowry.