We established the West End Streets Group (WESt) to promote the delivery of high quality public realm improvements in one of the UK’s most important commercial, retail and tourist locations.
WESt comprises members of the landed estates, developers and land owners alongside Business Improvement Districts. The group is chaired by Paul Williams, Chief Executive of Derwent London. WESt champions selected projects to promote their delivery and funding, working with key stakeholders including Westminster City Council, the London Borough of Camden, the Greater London Authority and Transport for London.
We are showcasing the incredible projects that have been made possible due to the West Ends Streets Group.
Baker Street
The Portman Estate / Baker Street BID
Returning Baker Street to two-way traffic including significant improvements to the public realm alongside a low emissions neighbourhood.
East Mayfair
New west end company
Improving the public realm on the intricate ladder of streets which lies between the Royal Academy of Arts on Burlington Gardens, Bond Street, Regent Street, and Hanover Square. The project significantly improves conditions for pedestrians visiting the galleries, retailers and craft tailors in the area, and provides a major and universally accessible new streetscene in front of the Royal Academy’s new entrance.
Leicester Square
Heart of London Business alliance
Before the redesign the area had become disconnected from its surroundings and rundown in appearance. The area was transformed to deliver significant public realm improvements and create a‘meeting place’ for any time of the day or night. The gardens were re-landscaped, the surrounding area re-paved, pedestrian safety improved and enhanced outdoor seating was provided for workers and visitors.
Strand Aldwych
The removal of the Aldwych traffic gyratory and creation of a civic space around the St Mary Le Strand Church. Improvements include a network of new public spaces, strengthened pedestrian routes and improved, direct and simplified junctions and crossings for the estimated 30 million people who walk through the area annually. The Aldwych Vision will transform the area for the residents, visitors and workers, improving safety, air quality, accessibility and creating a world-class cultural and learning quarter.