RESIDENTS are able to take advantage of a new communal area to help bring them closer to nature.
Social landlord Tees Valley Housing, part of the Thirteen Group, has worked alongside Groundwork North East and Cumbria to redesign Oval Grange's outside space.
The development in Hartlepool now has a more inviting and enjoyable garden area for its residents, including a terrace with seating and sculptures, a rose walk, orchard and wildlife garden.
Michele MacCallam, principal landscape architect for Groundwork North East & Cumbria, said: "It’s important that everyone, but especially those living in an urban setting, is able to enjoy green spaces, which have been proven to have a relaxing and therapeutic effect. It’s also crucial that we provide such spaces within towns and cities for wildlife to thrive.
“The team has worked hard on this project and I know a lot of thought and care has gone into the finished garden, which looks absolutely fantastic and I’m sure the residents and their visitors will love it.”
The group used experienced architects, contractors and artist Graeme Hopper, to design and construct the new outdoor area.
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