Appendix A – Public Realm Audit Portugal Street Location Providing access to LSE from Kingsway. Description The Initial gateway is marked by the use of small unit granite pavers [01] but then changes to the Westminster pallet utilising asphalt and concrete paving after St. Clement’s Lane/Clare Market. A small, south facing space is located in front of the Parish Hall. The space uses the LSE granite paving variant with a unique bond. [02] A large stainless steel sculpture and concrete bench define the space [03]. There are two characters to Portugal Street. Granite is used to create a gateway at the western end, while a mixture of materials is used along the remainder of the street. Quality/Condition Good/Poor (east end). Seating Integrated concrete benches at end of Sheffield Street [03]. Bins/Bollards Black recycling bins; signage integrated into facade. Lighting LSE blue lights are used at the western end of Portugal Street. The Westminster Small Grey Wornum is used further along the street. 01
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