Lansdowne Park

Client

City of Ottawa

Location

Ottawa

Completion

2010

Located in Central Ottawa, adjacent to UNESCO World Heritage Site the Rideau Canal, Lansdowne Park spans 40 acres. The City of Ottawa aimed to renew the civic sports and fairground property with the idea of creating a world-class attraction. The site’s urban design plans included the commercial aspects of the redevelopment and the design for building sites, streets, plazas, and bike lanes.

With a design focused on pedestrian use, Lansdowne Park features activated public spaces, restaurant patios, and year-round programming (including weekly farmers’ markets, weddings, festivals, and a music venue). The design’s pedestrian and cyclist priority allow for a walkable community that ties into multi-use pathways along the scenic Rideau Canal and links to surrounding neighbourhoods. The modern streetscape design at Lansdowne blends amenities, heritage buildings, event venues, and green spaces for a multi-faceted space.