Royal Albert Dock Jonathan Wadding
Physical Integration
The site is currently connected by three DLR stops across the wider area and an A Road with two roundabouts in the far West and middle of the site. A tertiary road runs above the A Road connecting southern Beckton and the road carries a bus that stops every 10 minutes with frequent stops. On the current site, there is a clearly defined road space with footpaths that could be used by cyclists across the site. The wider area offers decreased pedestrian and cycle access, with there being no dedicated cycle lanes in the expanded vicinity of the site.
The proposals will realign the road into a home zone-inspired road, being made out of the same materials to encourage driver caution. The primary and secondary connections will be wide enough for both pedestrians and cyclists actively encouraging more sustainable transport options.
Social Integration
Social integration will be equally important to physical integration. This will be achieved by utilising a strong sense of community and motivation, shown by the Peoples Plan, to establish local markets and services. This will ultimately create self-supporting jobs for local people and keep surplus profit within the community for reinvestment.
The provision of community social spaces allows for meeting spaces for all people to come and socialise, creating ties and enhancing cohesion. This will be facilitated by community cafes, theatres, open hard spaces and indoor spaces, especially repurposing the heritage buildings.
Masterplanning Principles Achieved
