The designers of the public space, Colour: Urban Design Ltd, were brought on board by the lead architect, Ryder HKS, in May 2001 to address the poor quality existing environment and create a prestige setting to the new development. The resulting scheme completed in 2003, has not only been a commercial success, proving vital to the marketing and speedy sale of the apartments, but has also created a new public space, opened up important views to key Newcastle landmarks, and radically improved access to and through the site.

The scheme was awarded the 2003 Lord Mayors Design Award by Newcastle City Centre.