Phoenix Retail Park, Paisley

Phoenix Retail Park,
Paisley
Design and Access Statement
Planning - 13th March 2013

contents
1. The Planning Application
Introduction
2. Site Context
Location & Topography
3. Site
Existing Uses and Activities
4. The Vision
Design Concept
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The Planning Application
Introduction
The planning application includes the following elements;
• Unit 7 has a combined ground and first floor G.I.A. of 1859.6sqm,
• Unit 14 has a combined ground and first floor G.I.A. of 1859.6sqm,
• Unit 15 has a combined ground and first floor G.I.A. of 1859.6sqm,
• Unit 16 has a combined ground and first floor G.I.A. of 1859.6sqm,
• Unit 17 has a combined ground and first floor G.I.A. of 1859.6sqm,
• Unit 18 has a combined ground and first floor G.I.A. of 1859.6sqm,
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Site Context
Location and Topography
Phoenix Retail Park is located to the west of Paisley Town Centre with close proximity to Glasgow City Centre. The retail park is
situated with the A737 to the North, Linwood Road connecting the development to the surrounding area and following the North
West edge of the site.
Access and egress for Phoenix Retail Park is from a roundabout off Griffen Avenue.
The overall retail park is relatively flat with large areas of open land to the north east of the development.
Site Boundary
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Proposed Retail Units in Context of Phoenix Retail Park
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Existing Uses and Activity
The proposal for Phoenix Retail Park is to increase the number of units and overall available floor area within. This will be done
by replacing the existing low level unit 7 with a larger scale proposal to the South-East. In addition to this five new retail units
(14 – 18) will also be created. These will continue the retail promenade around the existing car park, inhabiting vacant land to the
North-East of the development.
Adjacent tenants include Pets at Home, Matalan, TK Maxx, Dreams, Carpet Right, Argos, Thomas Cook and many more
recognised brands throughout the remainder of the Retail Park.
Photographs of Existing Retail Units at Phoenix Retail Park
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The Vision
Design Concept
Overall Aim
The aim is to create new retail units who can complement the current list of Tenants.
Overall Coherence of the Park
At the present Phoenix Retail Park is comprised of a number of units that are hemmed by a large space of undeveloped land to
the north of the B&M Unit, surrounded by existing car showrooms and an Asda Supermarket.
The proposed architectural language and materials of retail units continue the existing language of the site, with brick and
elements of glazing at pedestrian level with flat cladding panels at high level and profiled cladding panels to the rear.
Paving materials immediately in front of the retail units will complement the existing treatment of the park.
Site Boundary
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BUILDINGS
PROPOSED BUILDINGS
NO PARKING SPACES

Design Concept
Improved Access
Vehicular and pedestrian access and egress to Phoenix Retail Park is from the main roundabout located on Griffen Avenue with
enhanced pedestrian routes throughout the park.
New disabled spaces have been conveniently located on the perimeter, close to the retail units, along with new cycle hoops.
Sheltered pedestrian routes
The proposed canopy for the retail units provide shelter along the retail promenade
Low Level Entrance Glazing
The retail units will use polyester powder coated aluminium framed double glazed curtain walling system with integrated doors at
ground level. This increases the transparency to the retail units, maximising shop window display and providing the pedestrian
with added interest.
Amenity spaces
The space in front of the units is crucial in improving the public realm, providing generous areas to move as well as a place to
pause
Security
It is proposed that the new development will be integrated into the current system with new lighting to the extended service yard
and canopy.
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Proposed Visuals of Retail Units at Phoenix Retail Park
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Conclusion
In summary, the proposed application seeks to improve the current retail opportunities within Phoenix Retail Park. The proposals
will create a cohesive identity to Phoenix Retail Park by connecting the currently disparate elements of the existing shopping
experience. Through considered material selection and design decisions, the retail unit applications seek to:
• Improve the aesthetic appearance of the retail park with a complimentary and contemporary treatment,
• Further enhance the public space and pedestrian routes through the retail park,
• Increase available uses within the retail park,
• Improve vehicle and pedestrian access,
• Create new employment opportunities within the local area.

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