BASEMENT.
The Garten’s basement is a practical solution to the site’s sloping hillside, transforming the area into a useful and accessible space. By removing the police surveillance building, a garage entrance from Elmbank Street was created, housing a limited number of shared cars in line with the community’s commitment to sustainability. Residents can reach other areas via an elevator and stairs connecting to the courtyard. Bicycle and motorcycle storage is also available in the garage, promoting eco-friendly transportation options.
The Ash House basement offers a communal gym, changing rooms, and showers, including a separate wheelchair-accessible changing room with a shower. This layout demonstrates an emphasis on inclusivity and the well-being of residents.
In the Oak House, the basement prioritises accessible and inclusive facilities for the ground and first floors, as well as the courtyard. These amenities feature various options, including women’s, men’s, gender-neutral, ambulant, and wheelchair-accessible toilets. Additionally, a family bathroom with a diaper-changing station, lowered children’s toilet, and a standard toilet is available, reflecting The Garten’s dedication to catering to diverse needs within the community.
- Entry into the garage from Elmbank street through a automatic door
- Motorcycle parking
- Wheelchair-Accessible Parking
- Bike storage
- Stairs to the Courtyard
- Gym
- Changing Rooms with shower and toilets
- Bathrooms: womans, mens, gender-neutral, urinals, wheel-chair accessible toilet, ambulant gender-neutral toilet, family bathroom
- Basement compartments for individual flats
