Wandsworth wins Gold and Silver at the London Design Awards

Taking gold was the newly pedestrianised Totterdown Street – formerly a functional space with parking and delivery points, the Council has worked to transform the street into a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly community hub that reflects the area’s dynamic multicultural energy and provides benefits to local businesses. The project vision was to create a central public space where people could gather, socialise, and enjoy new green infrastructure and active travel options. A key aspect of the project was the collaboration with Tooting Market, helping to extend its lively atmosphere onto the street and encouraging shared use of the space.

Awarded silver was Waterman's Green in Putney, formerly a dark and underused patch of land next to Putney Bridge, but now transformed into a welcoming public space, with a clear focus on accessibility, inclusivity, and sustainability. The redesign introduced an accessible ramp, widened the entrance, and created open, sweeping views of the Thames. Central to the transformation was the creation of a rich natural environment when we introduced native trees and diverse greenery. This improved biodiversity, created habitats, and helped improve the air quality by screening visitors from the busy Lower Richmond Road.

Councillor Kemi Akinola, Deputy Leader of the Council said: “Our recent achievements highlight our commitment to improving Wandsworth for everyone. Whether it’s upgrading parks, investing in our roads and pavements, or improving active travel options, we are making strides to create a borough that’s greener, more sustainable, and inclusive for all. By focusing on these priorities, we’re delivering a better quality of life for residents and ensuring Wandsworth is prepared for the future.”

Talking to you

Community engagement was a key element in the approach to both of these successful schemes. In Tooting, we worked closely with local businesses and the community, ensuring the design reflected their needs through a detailed consultation process. Currently operating as a trial scheme, the project will be reviewed and refined based on community feedback before permanent improvements such as rain gardens and trees are installed.

A similar approach was used in Putney to gather ideas for rejuvenating Waterman’s Green. We shaped our design through extensive consultations, surveys, and collaboration with residents and stakeholders. With an impressive 94% support from residents, Waterman’s Green has become an inclusive, sustainable, and vibrant public space that benefits both people and the environment.

These award-winning projects showcase Wandsworth’s dedication to sustainable, inclusive public spaces that enhance quality of life and support local businesses.

Learn more

To learn more about these projects, visit the London Design Awards website or explore the stories behind these transformations:

Totterdown Street Reimagining

Waterman’s Green Revitalisation

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