The landscape strategy aims to complement the existing development with a playful, green approach. Lush plantings and formal hedges define the space, creating a soft yet distinct separation between the public internal street and the private residential areas. The coordinated paving and planting palette enhances wayfinding and continuity throughout the development. Raised planter beds and mounding on the podium level allow for deeper planting, softening thresholds. Smaller trees along the internal street create a more intimate neighborhood atmosphere, contrasting with the larger scale of the N11 and Brewery Road. Large beech trees are proposed for screening and massing at the entrance and along Brewery Road, while a mix of taller and smaller trees with lighter canopies will be used throughout the site.

One of the primary goals was to balance public accessibility with privacy and passive supervision. The playful design encourages active use along entrance roads and the north-south spine, creating amenity spaces for all ages. By providing easy access to recreation and amenities, the development fosters a more stable and permanent community. Careful consideration was given to integrating service and emergency vehicles. The site’s connectivity is maximized by strong pedestrian links to the site boundary and the existing Grange development. Stepped links connect to the podium from Brewery Road, while a new spine from the entrance creates a visual and physical link with the existing open space. A level pedestrian link connects the existing and new podium levels. Future connections to the public park, Luas, and bus stops can further enhance the site’s permeability.

The development includes various play installations and fitness equipment for different age groups, with seating provided for adult supervision.  The proposed play areas at The Grange are informed by the National Children’s Play Policy “Ready Steady Play” and aim to utilize existing site features for a natural, “free” playground. Large, flexible lawn spaces within the restricted open spaces can accommodate a variety of play opportunities. These inclusive spaces feature play mounds, banking, and adjacent seating/picnic areas. The grass surface will continue around the play elements, integrating play into the wider public open space. The perimeter of the site will feature large-scale trees, with smaller multi-stemmed trees within the site and on the podium level.