London’s newest station Meridian Water in Enfield, was opened today by Rt Honourable Chris Grayling MP Secretary of State for Transport and Heidi Alexander, Deputy Mayor of London for Transport. Representatives from Network Rail, Enfield and Haringey councils and Greater Anglia, who will manage the new station, also joined the
Demolition work is now underway at the East Whitlawburn Regeneration Project in Cambuslang, making way for a new swath of private and rented housing. Following months of preparations, South Lanarkshire Council and Cambuslang-based CCG (Scotland) Ltd began physical clearance on Saturday (June 1) of the site, making way for 230 new social rented homes and 100 private residences for
Monaco’s continually evolving property market is welcoming a brand new luxury residence. The Monte Carlo property development 26 Carré Or is located in a prime location on Avenue de la Costa. The Carré d’Or (or “Golden Square” as it is also known) neighbourhood is the Principality’s most exclusive area and
Trade body Homes for Scotland has refreshed its brand, reflecting the overarching purpose of its new five-year strategy and the organisation’s clear call to action of delivering more homes for Scotland. Unveiled at its recent Annual Lunch in Edinburgh in front of a crowd of 1100 senior industry representatives and
Leading independent construction, property and management consultancy, Rider Levett Bucknall UK (RLB UK) strengthens its Programme Management arm with the appointment of Darron Cox as its National Head of Programme Management as it looks to develop the service offering to a projected 30% of its UK business. Darron has over 20
A new low carbon cement solution has been launched by Aggregate Industries business Lafarge Cement. Lafarge Endure SR is a high performance, low carbon, CEM II blend cement. It blends Portland fly ash (PFA) with clinker, which results in a lower embodied CO2, as well as improved plastic and hardened
A new £350 million riverside urban village in Barking, east London, has received planning permission. Developer Weston Homes and the Estates & Agency Group will deliver the new project, which will see the six-acre Abbey Retail Park regenerated to make way for over 1,000 homes. 1,089 new homes of mixed
London’s newest station Meridian Water in Enfield, was opened today by Rt Honourable Chris Grayling MP Secretary of State for Transport and Heidi Alexander, Deputy Mayor of London for Transport. Representatives from Network Rail, Enfield and Haringey councils and Greater Anglia, who will manage the new station, also joined the official opening. Meridian Water is at the heart of a £6bn development of the area being led by Enfield Council which will see 10,000 new homes and the creation of thousands of jobs. It replaces the existing Angel Road station providing improved accessibility for passengers with stairs and lifts providing step-free access across the railway and to the enclosed concourse that features a bespoke golden panel design. The station is part of the Lee Valley Rail Programme and has been delivered by Network Rail and its principal contractor, VolkerFitzpatrick. A package of upgrades to this part of the West Anglia line that runs from Stratford to Meridian Water, include: • 5.5km of new track to enable two more trains per hour to run between Stratford and Meridian Water from this September. • Improvements at Tottenham Hale station including a new platform and a new accessible footbridge with lifts and an escalator, reducing congestion around the station. • Upgrades at Northumberland Park station, including building an additional platform and new step-free footbridge across the railway for passengers and the community. •Refurbishing or replacing several rail bridges, upgrading signals, installing power cables and additional overhead power lines. Chris Grayling, Secretary of State for Transport, said: “As part of our commitment to modernise the rail network, I am delighted to announce the opening of the new, state of the art Meridian Water station. “By working closely with Enfield Council and Network Rail, we have provided significant investment to improve this vital rail link, which will allow more people access to the railway and facilitate the council’s plans to increase housing in the area.” Heidi Alexander, Deputy Mayor of London for Transport, said: “The Lee Valley Rail Programme is an excellent example of how investing in transport directly supports regeneration and growth. “I’m delighted that the GLA and TfL have worked alongside Network Rail and other organisations to fund this important improvement to the West Anglia line, including the new Meridian Water station. These improvements to the transport network will make this part of London an even more appealing place to live, work and visit.” Meliha Duymaz, Network Rail’s route managing director for Anglia, said: “The delivery of the Lee Valley Rail Programme is the culmination of years of hard work. Reducing congestion at busy stations and building a brand new one for the people of Enfield will transform journeys as our network gets busier. “This collaborative programme shows how the rail industry can work together with external partners to fund and deliver rail upgrades that will not only benefit passengers by improving their travelling experience but also benefit the communities where they live through regeneration.” Cllr Nesil Caliskan, The Leader of Enfield Council, said: “Over the last year Meridian Water project has gathered real pace and many of the elements of this £6bn project have coming together. “With the station now open and service improvements to follow we are forging ahead with this scheme, to deliver thousands of new homes and jobs for local people. “We have also selected a developer to deliver the first phase of homes and workspaces with the first completions due in 2022 and we have already started work on the second phase of the development which will be 100 per cent affordable housing. “There will also be fantastic opportunities for local people and businesses to locate their enterprises on excellent sites within Meridian Water which are not due to be developed as part of the wider scheme for a number of years. “The opening of the station – which has been project managed and funded by Enfield Council underpins the whole development and we are very pleased that it will act as a springboard to allow the whole of the project to thrive as well as massively benefiting the existing population of Angel Edmonton.” Martin Moran, Greater Anglia’s Commercial and Customer Service Director, said: “We are very pleased to welcome passengers to Meridian Water station. North London is a region full of potential. It’s an area deserving of investment and improved transport connectivity for the people who live and work there. “The station provides the area with better rail options, initially with weekday peak time direct trains running south to Stratford, enabling connections to London Liverpool Street, and north to Bishops Stortford, for connections to Stansted Airport and Cambridge. “From September 2019 there will be a much better service, including at weekends, as the third track provides the additional capacity that enables us to operate two trains per hour throughout the day between Meridian Water and Stratford. “We are committed to improving rail travel for all customers. By continuing to work in partnership with local authorities, the London Local Enterprise Partnership and Network Rail and other key stakeholders, we believe Meridian Water will have a positive impact. Further benefits will also follow with the introduction of our entire fleet of new trains, which are due to be rolled out across our network, including on Meridian Water services, by the end of 2020.” Northumberland Park has a new platform served by the third track. An accessible footbridge with ramps has also been constructed and opened to facilitate a safe place for passengers to wait for their trains particularly during event days at the nearby stadium on White Hart Lane. The ramps provide an accessible route across the railway for wheelchair users, bicycles and buggies while a lift will be available to serve the new island platform. Tottenham Hale station is a busy interchange between the main line services and the Victoria Line. For that reason, we have built a new accessible footbridge with stairs, lifts and an escalator to ease congestion and provide better passenger flow around the
Demolition work is now underway at the East Whitlawburn Regeneration Project in Cambuslang, making way for a new swath of private and rented housing. Following months of preparations, South Lanarkshire Council and Cambuslang-based CCG (Scotland) Ltd began physical clearance on Saturday (June 1) of the site, making way for 230 new social rented homes and 100 private residences for sale. Construction is expected to begin in September of this year. The development is part of the £42m housing-led regeneration of Whitlawburn, and is being delivered in partnership with West Whitlawburn Housing Cooperative. The first of the new homes on the site are expected to be available in March 2021. Danny Lowe, Executive Director, Housing and Technical Resources, South Lanarkshire Council said: “The commencement of the regeneration of the East Whitlawburn area is fantastic news for the local residents and the wider Cambuslang area. This major investment will transform the area and reinforces the council’s commitment to providing new, affordable, modern family homes, improving the area for the local community.” CCG (Scotland) Ltd was appointed preferred bidder on the project by hub South West, the public-private partnerships of local authorities in Lanarkshire, Ayrshire, and Dumfries & Galloway. CCG will construct all of the homes and will manage the sale of the 100 private properties through its newly-relaunched CCG Homes brand. As part of that agreement, construction and manufacturing group CCG will undertake a range of community benefit initiatives such as the provision of jobs, apprenticeships and training opportunities for local residents. The company will also provide £50,000 towards the creation of an “East Whitlawburn Community Endowment Fund”. “With our headquarters just minutes away at Cambuslang Investment Park, we are delighted to be part of creating a lasting legacy in our local community,” said Calum Murray, director of CCG. “We look forward to working with the council and hub South West in the creation of these high-quality, energy efficient homes.” CCG and hub South West have committed to ensuring that 70% of tendering opportunities arising from the project will be made available to local businesses, furthering the beneficial impact on the surrounding area. “This is an important regeneration project and hub South West is very pleased to be participating in the development of high-quality homes alongside South Lanarkshire Council,” chief executive Michael McBrearty said. “The additional social inclusivity measures to be delivered by CCG ensures that the regeneration project will represent a win-win scenario for the local community.”
Monaco’s continually evolving property market is welcoming a brand new luxury residence. The Monte Carlo property development 26 Carré Or is located in a prime location on Avenue de la Costa. The Carré d’Or (or “Golden Square” as it is also known) neighbourhood is the Principality’s most exclusive area and boasts Monaco’s finest shopping, restaurants, hotels and attractions such as the legendary Casino. This property development has been highly anticipated and promises to be one of the most luxurious buildings in the Principality. A Brand-New Monte-Carlo Property Development 26 Carré Or is one of the most ambitious new property developments in Monaco. Under the management of Groupe Segond, the project combines residential and business premises over 20 stories in a 60-metre tower. Monegasque architect Alexandre Giraldi has collaborated with Vinci Construction Monaco to create a completely luxurious space with top-class facilities. Offices and business administration premises occupy the three lower flowers, while the rest of the building is dedicated to residential apartments. The residential space comprises four 820-square metre duplexes, four five-room apartments (400sqm) and a penthouse. The 1,650 sqm penthouse occupies the top four floors with a private swimming pool on the panoramic roof deck. One of the duplexes is for sale on the 10th and 11th floors and can be divided into two separate apartments if necessary. Meanwhile, the rest of the residences in the development will be offered for rent. With only one apartment per floor, residents have ample space. Since the living areas are situated on the upper floors, the views over the Principality and sea are stunning. Residents will have plenty of space to park as the building has nine basement levels, six of which will be used solely for car parking. A double-height basement level will be a temple of wellness for residents. The spa and fitness centre are reserved exclusively for residents and features a hot tub, sauna, Turkish bath, 15-metre swimming pool, gym, changing rooms for each apartment and a relaxation lounge. The final basement storey is reserved for use as a technical level. Stylish Exteriors and Interiors It is safe to say that 26 Carré Or is one of the most luxurious properties in Monte Carlo. It adjoins the Casino gardens beside the Hôtel de Paris and complements these buildings with its own timeless architectural style. The sleek white lines and curved glass terrace railings resemble the outlines of a yacht, adding a sophisticated touch of adventure to the design. Inside, space is maximised with sliding full-height windows which let natural light into the living areas. The roof terrace is a relaxing place to enjoy some fresh air and a dip in the rooftop pool. The designers Emil Humbert and Christopher Poyet decorated the building’s spacious interiors. The Monegasque duo has combined their aesthetic vision to create an unsurpassable example of Monte Carlo property design. All aspects of the development, from the common areas to the penthouse have benefitted from their decade of interior design experience and eye for detail. The style is modern with classic touches such as freestanding bathtubs. All the rooms feature marble, wood, glass and brass as materials and fixtures from prestigious brands. Emil Humbert and Christopher Poyet’s signature use of Carrera marble with a calepinage of alternating black and white linear striping gives the space a distinctive and contemporary style. This prime Monte Carlo property is near completion and its residences should be available later this year. Photos Credited to GROUPE SEGOND.
Trade body Homes for Scotland has refreshed its brand, reflecting the overarching purpose of its new five-year strategy and the organisation’s clear call to action of delivering more homes for Scotland. Unveiled at its recent Annual Lunch in Edinburgh in front of a crowd of 1100 senior industry representatives and guests, the refresh provides a strong new identity which clearly reflects the organisation’s main purpose to its members as well as consumers and wider stakeholders. Chief Executive Nicola Barclay said: “This bold new logo perfectly complements our organisation’s key objectives and core values as set out in our strategy. These include improving the understanding and image of the industry, influencing stakeholders and supporting a growing membership. “It adds further strength to our voice and credibility as we engage with all those who have an interest in increasing vital housing supply and bolsters our commitment to delivering more high-quality homes that meet the needs and aspirations of the people of Scotland.” Homes for Scotland’s strategy sets out the direction and prioritisation of our objectives until 2023. Our wish is that everyone with an interest in increasing housing supply can unify around our primary purpose which is: to deliver more homes. The strategy is can be accessed here.
Leading independent construction, property and management consultancy, Rider Levett Bucknall UK (RLB UK) strengthens its Programme Management arm with the appointment of Darron Cox as its National Head of Programme Management as it looks to develop the service offering to a projected 30% of its UK business. Darron has over 20 years’ experience as an expert commercial leader, programme director and business consultant gained in both the private sector, for organisations including Atkins Ltd, PwC LLP and AECOM, and the UK public sector. Most recently he wasleading complex procurement and commercial programmes across Europe, Middle East, India and Africa as part of AECOM’s Management Services business. Andrew Reynolds, RLB UK and Global Board Director comments “We are delighted to welcome Darron to RLB UK as a Partner and to lead our Programme Management service, his wide range of experience is a superb addition to our team. Programme management is a significant and growing service in our portfolio that we forecast will represent 30% of our business by 2030 and Darron’s appointment further boosts our capability in this dynamic area.” Darron added: “RLB UK has an excellent reputation in delivering complex programmes and I am excited to be joining the team and building on the business’ recent growth in this area. I am looking forward to continuing this momentum and working with clients across all our sectors, strengthening our UK presence.” RLB UK’s programme management clients include the Department for Work & Pensions, McDonald’s, Sodexo and Tesco.
A new low carbon cement solution has been launched by Aggregate Industries business Lafarge Cement. Lafarge Endure SR is a high performance, low carbon, CEM II blend cement. It blends Portland fly ash (PFA) with clinker, which results in a lower embodied CO2, as well as improved plastic and hardened properties when used in concrete. Unlike a CEM I blend, Lafarge Endure SR is suitable for all ground types. Sulphates in the ground can negatively impact CEM I blends. However, Lafarge Endure SR is resistant to sulphates, allowing contractors and suppliers to scope a wider variety of projects including those that may have previously been hindered by ground type. Once hardened, Lafarge Endure SR can be used to DC-4 durability standard and can help increase the life of the structure thanks to its resistance to carbonation and chloride and sulphate attack. This makes it ideal for practically any situation, from producing ready-mixed and precast concrete, to marine, grouting and tunnelling applications. “As its name suggests, Lafarge Endure SR is designed to dramatically increase the longevity of the concrete it forms a part of. It is a great solution for contractors that want to reduce the environmental impact of their build while simultaneously improving its life span,” said Steve Curley, Commercial Director at Aggregate Industries. “In addition to its lower embodied CO2, Lafarge Endure SR uses 10 percent less water than CEM I to reach workable consistency and offers improve pumpability and mixing efficiency. Each of these benefits adds up to a cement that is truly forward-thinking,” he added.
A new £350 million riverside urban village in Barking, east London, has received planning permission. Developer Weston Homes and the Estates & Agency Group will deliver the new project, which will see the six-acre Abbey Retail Park regenerated to make way for over 1,000 homes. 1,089 new homes of mixed tenure will be part of the urban village, as well as commercial/leisure space that includes a new riverside pub/restaurant; Max Whitlock MBE athletes training centre/gym; employment space; community space, including a community hall, local community events and children’s parties; and a community-hub/reception. “The regeneration of this important Gateway site into a new waterfront urban-village adjacent to Barking Town Centre forms part of the Borough Council’s vision of bringing aspirational waterfront living to Barking,” said Bob Weston, Chairman & Chief Executive of Weston Homes. “The £350 million ‘Abbey Quays’ is one of the biggest urban renewal projects in East London, delivering striking new buildings, riverside public spaces, inward investment and job creation. The regenerated site will provide much needed affordable local housing for local Londoners, further enhance the local community and compliment the existing centre,” added Bob. Masterplanned and designed by architectural practice Broadway Malyan, the plans include 737 private sale one, two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses and 352 provided as affordable housing including affordable rent, shared ownership and discount market-sale tenures. Moreover, the apartments will be provided across 13 residential blocks split across three buildings, ranging from seven to 29 storeys. The site will also feature a series of outdoor communal spaces, including a riverside walkway, linear park and two public squares. Once a ‘Section 106’ legal agreement between the applicant and the Council is completed, planning permission can be issued.
