The Block Re-Defining Conventional Landscape Design With Urbanism
Landscape Middle East|June 2018

Breaking all stereotypes of landscape architecture and incorporating an un-conventional approach to design, The Block stands out as one of the most unique and innovative landscape designs in the region.

Romit Chakravarty
The Block Re-Defining Conventional Landscape Design With Urbanism

“We’ve seen a lot of groups applying a ‘one size fits all’ approach to landscape architecture,” said Duncan Denley, Managing Director of desert INK, the park’s creators. “A formulaic approach to projects inevitably results in a similar end product each time and things get a little dull. We like to point to The Block as an example of how desert INK approach each project with fresh eyes. Keeping an open mind and understanding the opportunities and constraints of each site is at the core of what we do. We’ve found so many times, that those elements that are initially seen as a constraint turn out to be the biggest asset, driving us to create something different.”

Known for creating exciting places which enhance lives, desert INK are a registered design consultancy based in the Dubai Design District. Recently completed, The Block was constructed over a seven-month period along the Dubai Canal in Dubai Design District (d3). Re-purposing seven hundred 30-ton concrete blocks left over from the canal construction, this urban park features recycled materials, countless play areas for children, an outdoor gym, sports facilities and food and beverage outlets.

“Public parks evolve over time. We’re just here to provide the initial framework, but the best parks are brought to life by people, events, artwork, activities and the funny thing is that people often find different ways to use a space that we had never envisioned,” said Denley. “We’ve used the blocks for a wide range of activities from climbing walls to jump boxes in the gym.”

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