Oozells Square

If you’ve been to the Ikon Gallery you’ll know about the water feature in Oozells square.
It’s a lovely area with cherry trees, restaurants and café’s. Running diagonally along the centre is a long channel filled with water that ripples slowly along from one end to the other.
This water feature forms the starting point of the composition of the whole area, with the six benches and the large arch dominating the rest of the space.
The space makes me think of Japanese traditions as it incorporates nature into it’s design. It always feels a little calmer a space than it’s neighbour, brindleyplace plaza and I’m sure this is no coincidence.
What my children like doing on a warm day is to dip their toes into the channel and pretend it’s a river. I love the idea of using architecturally designed spaces as fun places to play, especially when they’re right n the middle of the city.

This is a pretty and quiet square that is home to the Ikon Gallery and several smart restaurants.
As urban landscaping goes, it is very much in the minimalist style with more than subtle nods towards Japanese zen gardens. It is a quiet and relaxed place — far removed from the hustle and bustle of nearby Broad Street and Brindley Place
I like calming channel of water that runs from end to end of the square. I also love the way the square lights up a night, with fairy lights trimming the trees.
I wouldn’t necessarily suggest making a special trip to Oozells Square, but it is well worth pausing on your way through or taking a seat on one of its benches after a visit to the Ikon Gallery.

I love Oozels Square! It feels like you’re on holiday with all the stylish restaurants and al fresco seating. There is a beautiful Japanese style garden in the middle and it looks stunning all year round. The main focus of the square is the brilliant Ikon Gallery — the best place to see contemporary art in the city. If you haven’t been to Ikon before then, let me tell you, it’s well worth a visit; if only for a cup of coffee or to visit the excellent shop. When you’re done in there you have plenty of options to grab some food nearby.