John McAslan + Partners (JMP) is delighted to announce that Sloane Street, London has been shortlisted for the 2026 London Awards by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
This recognition celebrates the landscape-led transformation of one of the world’s most prestigious retail streets into a greener, more inclusive and future-ready public realm.
Extending one kilometre between Knightsbridge and Sloane Square within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, Sloane Street represents the most significant renewal of the street in nearly 250 years. The masterplan rebalances space by narrowing the carriageway and widening pavements by over 20%, prioritising pedestrians and creating generous, accessible footways that support café culture, events and everyday civic life.
Nature is embedded throughout the design, with 105 climate-resilient trees and extensive planting delivering a 175% Biodiversity Net Gain. Inspired by the horticultural character of nearby Cadogan Place Gardens, the scheme enhances biodiversity, improves air quality and supports urban cooling, while robust materials and high-efficiency lighting ensure long-term resilience.
Funded and stewarded by Cadogan Estate, the project demonstrates how landscape-driven urban design can balance heritage, commerce and environmental responsibility – future-proofing an iconic London street for generations to come.
