Calvert Avenue Parklet

Located just off Shoreditch High Street, the Calvert Avenue Parklet introduces a calm, green retreat within one of East London’s most vibrant and fast-paced urban environments. Designed and delivered by Meristem Design, the parklet transforms a section of roadway into a welcoming, nature-led space for residents, workers and visitors alike.

Delivered as part of the Low Emission Neighbourhood (LEN) City Fringe initiative, the project is a collaborative effort between Hackney, Islington and Tower Hamlets councils, supported by the Mayor of London. It contributes to a wider vision of cleaner air, increased cycling and more accessible green infrastructure across borough boundaries.

To create a flexible, green and community-focused parklet that enhances the public realm, encourages sustainable travel, and provides a peaceful, nature-rich environment within a dense urban setting.

The project involved the design, fabrication and installation of a large-scale modular parklet structure. This included integrated seating, extensive planting, cycle parking and a bespoke trellis feature.

The parklet is designed to do a lot with a small space. It combines seating, greenery and cycle parking in a way that feels natural and easy to use, while also improving the look and feel of the street.

The parklet has turned a small section of road into a well-used space for people. It shows how simple changes can make streets more welcoming and useful.