The design of Durdar Roundabout is unique, featuring two 5m high abstract steel horse sculptures that pay homage to the local Carlisle area. The earthworks on the roundabout will be profiled to create a raised central area of approximately 1-2m, gently graded out to enhance visual interest across the large roundabout.
The naturalistic, ornamental meadow planting not only accentuates the rural qualities of this landscape but also ensures a longer-lasting period of seasonal interest. Beech hedge planting has been proposed to provide some structure in the landscape design to compliment the horses, alongside some semi-mature oak trees, which are typical features in the local landscape.
As with the proposals for the other sections of the project, the design of Durdar Roundabout has been carefully considered to ensure that it will complement the St Cuthbert’s Garden Village proposals. It is designed to be a source of local pride, distinct from the adjacent Cummersdale and Redcat Roundabouts with their broadleaf woodland areas.