The unique appeal of waterside locations has been recognised for thousands of years. At Lathams, we understand how to maximise that appeal, building on the benefits of water to enhance the value of any development.
We have developed a strong reputation in this area, successfully marrying land and water with a fresh and imaginative approach to waterside development.
The characteristics of Britain’s ‘waterspace’ – its waterways, docks and harbours – have a unique and vital role to play in creating a focus for regeneration. A waterside location should add real value to a development, not just sit as a pretty or interesting backdrop.
Our approach to waterside design and planning ensures that this ideal becomes a reality, with the waterspace treated as an integral part of any development proposal.
Through waterspace audits our specialist team can help you assess what works well and what could be improved. We can create waterspace strategies and masterplans, creating a distinctive framework for future development and exploiting the full range of activities on both land and water. With canal or river corridor studies we work to encourage a wider understanding of the role of waterway corridors as a driver for change.
We can help you see your vision for waterspace developments through to implementation, with design guidance work producing codes to promote exemplary development, and bespoke marina designs which carefully balance operational requirements with the need to add development value.
