The Tate Britain gallery has revealed plans for a new garden to be developed outside its premises.
The design, created by landscape architect Tom Stuart-Smith in collaboration with architectural firm Feilden Fowles, is a joint initiative with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and the Clore Duffield Foundation.
According to the announcement, the Clore Garden at the art museum, located on Millbank in Westminster, “will provide a stunning and welcoming green area for both visitors and members of the local community to enjoy.”
Alex Farquharson, the director of Tate Britain, expressed: “These rich and imaginative designs illustrate the significant role that museums can fulfill in urban environments, serving as spaces where reflection and relaxation can coexist with joy and artistic expression.”
He continued: “We are thrilled to present a preview of the designs for Tate Britain’s new garden—a vital green area that bridges art and nature while promoting biodiversity.
“We aspire for the garden to inspire new ways for both visitors and local residents to connect with Tate’s collection.”
Mr. Stuart-Smith remarked: “This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a sanctuary for people, plants, and sculptures in the heart of London, transforming the gallery’s surroundings into an engaging, biodiverse, and sustainable garden.”