Bristol City Council’s Bedminster Green regeneration plans took a further step forward today with a topping out ceremony at Dandara Living’s new Stafford Yard development in Bristol. Situated on a former brownfield site within the Bedminster Green Framework Area, Stafford Yard occupies a prime location within this rapidly developing neighbourhood,
Guildford-based housebuilder Barratt Southern Counties has appointed a new Head of Sales and Marketing, who has taken over responsibility for sites across the Home Counties including Berkshire, Surrey and Sussex. Alex Dowling returned to the division this month (October 2023), where he began his career as a Sales Consultant more
Phase One of Salboy’s flagship mixed-use scheme, Viadux, reaches highest point, along with Victoria House, Salboy’s Ancoats-based development Salboy Group, the nationwide property development and funding company, has ‘topped out’ at two of its largest residential sites to date, both of which will bring hundreds of new homes to central
As part of the University of Kent’s annual ‘Employability Festival’ (9th – 20th October 2023), local housebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes delivered a talk on ‘Building a Career in Construction’ at the Canterbury campus. The housebuilder, who is building new homes at Saxon Fields in Thanington and The Woodlands in
Barratt David Wilson Homes has reason to celebrate this week, after its Chalkers Rise Senior Site Manager Dan Reed received commendation for his contribution to the local property industry, being awarded with the prestigious ‘Seal of Excellence’ from the National House Building Council. Earlier this year, Dan was awarded his
Valouran closes on prime Hampstead residential development with £200m GDV Valouran, the global pioneering property developer and placemaker, today announces that it has secured development financing to restore Oak Lodge into a residential scheme of 30 apartments. Located on The Bishops Avenue, the site spans 2.5 acres of landscaped gardens,
Moda, the UK’s leading investor, developer, and operator of large-scale rental neighbourhoods, has launched a consultation on proposals for a 37-storey build-to-rent development, forming part of the New Garden Square neighbourhood in Ladywood. The proposals are part of a new mixed-use community with up to 1,600 new homes, leisure, and
Charles Church – the sister brand of Persimmon Homes – has secured planning permission for the development of 70 new high quality homes in Lydney. The developer should begin construction on the Bishops Mead site in the new year, investing over £2.1m in local infrastructure, economic development, and public services
Affordable housebuilder, Orbit Homes, will be delivering 40 brand-new houses in Woolpit, Bury St. Edmunds. The development on Old Stowmarket Road will be 100% affordable and has received funding from the Homes England Strategic Partnership scheme. Orbit Homes has partnered with Minster Property Group to acquire the site and will
Contractor Clegg Construction has handed over a £28.7m, 11-storey apartment scheme in Sheffield. The Ironworks features 229 one and two-bedroom apartments, along with a fitness suite, rooftop garden, an external courtyard, a communal lounge, workstations, and a multimedia room which can be used to host meetings or movie nights. Developed
Bristol City Council’s Bedminster Green regeneration plans took a further step forward today with a topping out ceremony at Dandara Living’s new Stafford Yard development in Bristol. Situated on a former brownfield site within the Bedminster Green Framework Area, Stafford Yard occupies a prime location within this rapidly developing neighbourhood, just south of the city centre and Temple Meads train station. Representatives of Bristol City Council and invited guests from local businesses and community groups, joined Dandara Living’s CEO Jim Davies to commemorate the topping out of the development. Featuring 295 new apartments, resident amenities including, private balconies, roof terraces with vegetable beds, a gym, lounge, retail space as well as courtyard gardens, Stafford Yard will also deliver 21 affordable homes and is the first of three sites Dandara Living is developing in Bristol. This includes a current application for 339 residential homes adjacent to Stafford Yard on Malago Road/Hereford Street/Clarke Street known as Plot 5 Bedminster Green, and a further site with prominent frontage onto Clarence Road and Temple Gate where Dandara Living has submitted planning for a sustainable mixed-use development opposite Temple Meads station with 432 much needed high-quality homes, resident amenity and retail space. Jim Davies, CEO, Dandara Living said: “Build to rent is already very popular with young professionals who want to live and work in vibrant city centres like Bristol. However, we are also seeing increasing interest and demand from retirees and families for whom the security of tenure, professional management and sense of community that developments like Stafford Yard provide, is very appealing. “Bristol is a vibrant, ambitious city and like many others is experiencing a period of change as people reassess what they want from our cities. Build to rent still makes up a relatively small percentage of the UK’s overall housing sector, however it plays a vital role in maintaining overall housing supply and attracting inward investment. Bristol City Council has demonstrated its recognition and support for built to rent and I hope that our investment in Stafford Yard, Bedminster Green and Clarence Road, demonstrates our confidence and commitment to the city’s bright future. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Guildford-based housebuilder Barratt Southern Counties has appointed a new Head of Sales and Marketing, who has taken over responsibility for sites across the Home Counties including Berkshire, Surrey and Sussex. Alex Dowling returned to the division this month (October 2023), where he began his career as a Sales Consultant more than 15 years ago. Alex will be responsible for leading the sales function and implementing marketing strategies across the division. Alongside this, Alex will oversee pilot schemes aimed at boosting first time buyer homeownership, with the newly-launched Rent then Buy programme available across selected developments. “It is a difficult market at the moment, and I would say the first truly challenging market I have experienced in the industry, given the changes over the last 18 months in particular,” says Alex. “Yet this isn’t a time to shy away, and there is a unique opportunity here to spearhead homeownership for first time buyers through our pilot Rent then Buy scheme. I’m passionate about helping buyers on every rung of the ladder to achieve their homebuying goals.” Alex has more than 20 years’ experience in the new homes industry, initially beginning his career as a Sales Consultant in London before securing his first role at Barratt Southern Counties. After five years’ as a Sales Consultant for the division, Alex progressed to a Project Sales Manager, followed by Part Exchange Manager and then Head of Customer Service. Alex comments: “I managed to gain experience in a variety of roles early on in my career, which helped me gain a deeper understanding of the customer journey. I was involved in the creation and execution of numerous processes that are still in practice today, benefitting our customers and ensuring we maintain our excellent standards for buyers.” In 2015, Alex moved to FABRICA by A2 Dominion for a year on a project-basis, but was drawn back to Barratt in 2016 where he joined the Southampton division as a Sales Manager. “I enjoyed working in London for a year, but when I was offered the opportunity to return to Barratt, it was an easy decision,” says Alex. “As a PLC housebuilder, there are endless opportunities for progression, including transferring between divisions for personal development.” Looking for the next step in his career in 2020, a Senior Sales Manager position arose within Southampton division. Here, Alex was responsible for selling landmark schemes including Harbour Place, New Quarter and Heritage Quarter. Alex comments: “Progressing to Senior Sales Manager, particularly in the height of the post-lockdown property bubble, presented a new challenge and it was an exciting time to be selling new homes. We were extremely busy, and I enjoyed working in a new area.” When the position of Head of Sales and Marketing became available at Southern Counties division, this was the natural next step for Alex following his wealth of experience over the years. “Barratt is an excellent company to work for and champions promotion from within if you are willing to work hard. It feels like a full-circle moment to be back in the Guildford office, leading a 29-strong sales and marketing team.” Alex adds: “The property market is never straightforward, and whilst it is undeniably a challenging time, I am confident that we are a resilient division. Our land team is strategic in its investments, and as a result we have a number of new developments recently launched or due to launch over the next 12 months that are in desirable patches across Berkshire, Surrey and Sussex. Cost-of-living remains top of the agenda for buyers, who are more conscious than ever before on factors such as sustainability, energy efficiency and connectivity.” Barratt Southern Counties has a number of new developments planned to launch in the coming months, including 199 homes at The Poppies in Aylesford, and nearly 400 homes in Westham, including at Brookwood Meadows. In addition, the housebuilder recently launched its Finchwood Park development in Finchampstead, with an initial 100 homes delivered in the first phase. All new developments have been planned in preparation for Future Home Standards with enhanced energy efficiency measures including combi boilers with integrated flue gas heat recovery, waste water heat recovery system, photovoltaic panels, decentralised mechanical extract ventilation and electric vehicle charging points. To find out more about the enhanced energy efficiency measures visit www.barratthomes.co.uk/efficiency-built-in/features-and-benefits. For further details about Barratt Southern Counties visit www.barratthomes.co.uk or call 0333 355 8498. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Phase One of Salboy’s flagship mixed-use scheme, Viadux, reaches highest point, along with Victoria House, Salboy’s Ancoats-based development Salboy Group, the nationwide property development and funding company, has ‘topped out’ at two of its largest residential sites to date, both of which will bring hundreds of new homes to central Manchester buyers and tenants. Both towers were designed by renowned local architects Simpson Haugh to celebrate the best that city centre living has to offer to Manchester’s increasingly young, professional and international population. Together with its dedicated construction partner, DOMIS, Salboy has reached the highest point on the 40-storey residential tower that forms the major part of Phase One at Viadux, Salboy’s largest and most ambitious mixed-use development to date. Once complete, the Viadux tower will be home to residents spread across its 385 spacious one and two bedroom apartments and penthouses. All residents will have access to some of the city’s most modern and desired amenities including elevated terrace gardens, gym, private lounge, bar and cinema, and will find themselves in easy walking distance from city-centre living and multiple transport links. Victoria House, a scheme developed in partnership with Forshaw Group, is a 25-storey tower that will bring 177 new homes to Piccadilly Central, one of Manchester’s most lively, young and in-demand inner-city neighbourhoods. Combining a community park, co-working spaces, residents’ lounge and gym, Victoria House is targeted at young professionals forging their careers in Manchester. Construction schedules remain on track with practical completion expected on both sites by Q2 2024. As Manchester continues to attract considerable, above-average demand for quality housing, approximately 95% of properties in both schemes have already been sold. Simon Ismail, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Salboy, comments: “Topping out on any development is always an exciting moment. It’s an important opportunity to celebrate what’s come before to get to this point, and a chance to really get a sense of the scale and size of the finished scheme to come. To top out on two schemes on target and on budget at the same time is doubly thrilling. Manchester’s young, vibrant community deserves high quality spaces to enjoy and make their homes in, and we’re excited to deliver two more of these to them in the not-so-distant future.” This news follows the recent announcement from Salboy that groundworks have commenced on Waterhouse Gardens, another major central Manchester scheme located on the site of the former Boddingtons Brewery. The development will bring 556 new homes aimed at young professionals and students to a regenerated area and is scheduled to complete by Q2 2026. Additionally in early October, Salboy and its joint venture partner Relentless Developments revealed that their £400 million St Michael’s development will be home to the W Manchester Hotel and W Manchester Residences after striking a luxury branding agreement with global hotel business Marriott International. Carmen Ching, Head of Sales at Salboy adds: “Salboy and DOMIS’s track record for delivering high quality residential projects for Manchester has proven popular with buyers. It’s great to see both Viadux and Victoria House on track for completion in 2024.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
As part of the University of Kent’s annual ‘Employability Festival’ (9th – 20th October 2023), local housebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes delivered a talk on ‘Building a Career in Construction’ at the Canterbury campus. The housebuilder, who is building new homes at Saxon Fields in Thanington and The Woodlands in Broad Oak, is aiming to debunk the myths surrounding the housebuilding industry and plug the shortage gap in the workforce. According to Statista, as little as 6% of young people are interested in pursuing a career in the construction industry[1]. This is largely due to the lack of knowledge surrounding the sector, and myths that construction and the wider housebuilding industry is catered for just bricklayers, carpenters and electricians. To help combat this, Ella Holt and Harry Phillips, both Land Managers at Barratt David Wilson Kent, attended the University of Kent during EmpFest23 to deliver a talk on’ Building a Career in Construction’ to a group of students. The presentation highlighted potential careers available in housebuilding, from Land and Planning, to Sales & Marketing as well as Finance, Technical, Commercial and Construction, details about their own career paths, and also information on Barratt Development’s Graduation scheme, the ASPIRE programme. Ella Holt, Land Manager at Barratt David Wilson Kent commented: “There are many avenues in the housebuilding industry and my own career showcases just that. It was a pleasure to speak to budding students from the university and showing them our own developments in Kent and how a career after university could look to them. We met with students studying a range of degrees, and it was rewarding to be able to highlight to them that their skill sets can be applicable to a real-life career in construction.” Harry Phillips, Land Manager at Barratt David Wilson Kent added: “Education is so important to us here at Barratt David Wilson Kent and we want to make sure we are playing our part in broadening young people’s horizons by showcasing the many careers available to them. We hope the students took away some valuable lessons from our presentation and we look forward to seeing any familiar faces sign up for our ASPIRE programme.” Lara Cavill, from University of Kent, concludes: “EmpFest23 welcomes a number of local companies to showcase their industries and is designed to be as engaging as possible. It was fantastic to have a local housebuilder on board and offer insight into how our students’ degrees can open a door into the construction industry. Both Harry and Ella shared insightful knowledge, tips and wisdom which I am sure has inspired many of our students into thinking about a career in construction. We hope to work with Barratt David Wilson Kent on future projects to help educate the next generation.” Barratt David Wilson Kent is currently building new homes at its The Woodlands development in Broad Oak and Saxon Fields development in Thanington, with a range of two, three and four-bedroom homes now available. Prices start at £349,995 for a three-bedroom home at The Woodlands and £314,995 for a two-bedroom home at Saxon Fields. To find out more about Barratt David Wilson Kent, visit 0333 355 8502 or visit www.barratthomes.co.uk / www.dwh.co.uk. [1] https://www.statista.com/statistics/530177/job-vacancies-uk-by-industry/#:~:text=As%20of%20January%202023%2C%20there,the%20most%20of%20any%20industry Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Barratt David Wilson Homes has reason to celebrate this week, after its Chalkers Rise Senior Site Manager Dan Reed received commendation for his contribution to the local property industry, being awarded with the prestigious ‘Seal of Excellence’ from the National House Building Council. Earlier this year, Dan was awarded his ‘Pride in The Job’ title, with the NHBC citing his leadership skills and technical expertise. Every site manager who is registered with the NHBC is automatically entered into the awards, with just 450 winners being selected from over 11,000 entrants. From the Barratt David Wilson Southern Counites division, Josh Dillon, a site manager at Ashridge Grange in Wokingham and Steve Craig from Meadowburne Place in Lower Willingdon were also awarded ‘Pride in The Job’ titles this year. Only nine site managers in the South East were recognised with the ‘Seal of Excellence’ this year which is presented to those who have consistently exhibited an exceptional level of leadership, forward thinking and commitment to quality within the construction and wider housebuilding sector. Each site manager assessed across six key areas: consistency, leadership, interpretation of drawings and specifications, technical expertise, attention to detail and health and safety. Carl Bune, Construction Director at Barratt David Wilson Southern Counties, said: “Receiving a ‘Seal of Excellence’ Award is no easy feat, with competition fierce for the few coveted spots from the NHBC. We are really pleased to see Dan recognised for his hard work and consistent dedication to Chalkers Rise – the development has gone from strength to strength under his leadership and gives our customers that extra confidence that their homes are being built by the best in the industry.” Dan comments: “I am honoured to have received this recognition from the NHBC, which reflects not only my contribution to the site but also the dedication and hard work of our entire team here at Chalkers Rise. Together, we are proud to be achieving the highest standards of construction in the area and look to continue providing the best service for our customers.” Currently available at Barratt David Wilson Southern Counties’ Chalkers Rise development is a selection of one and two-bedroom apartments, and three and four-bedroom homes available. Prices start from £209,995 for a one-bedroom ‘The Loughton’ apartment, ready to move into this autumn. To find out more about Barratt David Wilson Southern Counties, please visit www.barratthomes.co.uk / www.dwh.co.uk or call 0333 3558 499. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Valouran closes on prime Hampstead residential development with £200m GDV Valouran, the global pioneering property developer and placemaker, today announces that it has secured development financing to restore Oak Lodge into a residential scheme of 30 apartments. Located on The Bishops Avenue, the site spans 2.5 acres of landscaped gardens, with works scheduled to commence on site in Q4 2023. Demonstrating an unwavering confidence in London as a world-class global city, this news follows the company’s launch in June and subsequent announcement of its inaugural site, The Chapel in St. Johns Wood. Co-founder of Valouran, Alex Michelin comments: “We are proud to have arranged a comprehensive development financing package during a challenging capital raising market. Our sensitive, design and heritage-led approach was incredibly well-received by the local planning authority, with consent granted in record time under delegated powers. With works commencing later this year, we look forward to completion in 2026.” The development, which spans a one-hectare site, will retain and restore the existing heritage asset, putting the high-quality Arts and Crafts inspired landscaping at the heart of its design, with a focus on native species of high ecological value. The meticulously planned site will include a central courtyard, communal paths, soft landscaping, and the formation of secondary access to The Bishops Avenue. The project will also boast ancillary amenities including a sunken courtyard garden, gym, pool and spa facilities, along with basement cycle and car parking. Together with Valouran, architectural practice Pilbrow + Partners have taken inspiration from the Hampstead Garden Suburb to design a multi-unit venture set across three buildings. Situated in one of the capital’s most sought-after neighbourhoods, the construction will consist of a mixture of lateral, duplex and penthouse residences ranging in size from two to four bedrooms. With sustainability a key pillar of the business, Valouran will strive to ensure the development represents a sustainable footprint for the future of The Bishops Avenue. Through measures such as limited tree removals supplemented by replacement tree planting and improved boundary treatment for the road, the company has an ambitious commitment to achieving biodiversity net gain. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Moda, the UK’s leading investor, developer, and operator of large-scale rental neighbourhoods, has launched a consultation on proposals for a 37-storey build-to-rent development, forming part of the New Garden Square neighbourhood in Ladywood. The proposals are part of a new mixed-use community with up to 1,600 new homes, leisure, and public realm, all set around a striking publicly accessible linear park. Moda is already delivering 398 highly managed, pro-tech enabled build-to-rent homes at Phase I of New Garden Square. In June 2023, the build-to-rent operator announced it would be delivering the rest of the 11-acre site in partnership with Calthorpe Estates. There will be a joined-up focus on lifestyle, health and wellbeing, and tech, underpinned by social and environmental sustainability. Within the comprehensive masterplan affordable homes will be available at a Discounted Market Rent as part of New Garden Square’s inclusive residential offering. The latest proposals would deliver around 450 new homes alongside a dynamic variety of amenities, as well a space for retail, restaurant, or café floorspace. This will contribute to the ongoing regeneration of both the New Garden Square site, and Ladywood as a whole. Forming part of the emerging linear park, outdoor spaces in the form of courtyards and green public spaces will also be delivered. This will create exceptional spaces for new and existing residents to meet and spend time. Moda already has one operational neighbourhood in Birmingham – the award winning 481- home Mercian on Broad Street. As well as Phase I at New Garden Square, the 722-home community at Great Charles Square in the Jewellery Quarter is also under construction. Saif Uddin, Development Executive at Moda, said: “Moda has ambitious plans at New Garden Square, to deliver a ‘Moda neighbourhood’ alongside our partners at Calthorpe Estates. Our latest proposals demonstrate the scale of our ambition and the confidence we have in this location and in Birmingham. “Our inclusive plans will regenerate a brownfield site within Ladywood offering an extensive range of benefits to the existing local community and future residents alike. As long-term custodians of the communities we operate in, Moda will deliver a best in class, build-to-rent neighbourhood that provides new homes, new employment opportunities, a public park and an array of retail and leisure facilities, all adjacent to the new Edgbaston Village metro station. “To help bring our vision to life, we are holding a public consultation event on 24-25 October 2023.” A public exhibition is being held to offer residents, businesses, and community groups the opportunity to view and comment on the emerging proposals. This is taking place on 24-25 October 2023 3pm — 8pm at the Plough and Harrow, 135 Hagley Road Birmingham B16 8LS. The proposals will also be made available online at www.ngs-consultation.co.uk. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Charles Church – the sister brand of Persimmon Homes – has secured planning permission for the development of 70 new high quality homes in Lydney. The developer should begin construction on the Bishops Mead site in the new year, investing over £2.1m in local infrastructure, economic development, and public services in the process. This is the third phase of Persimmon’s wider development in Lydney, and will see 28 properties transferred to a local housing association partner, representing a significant 40 per cent of all dwellings – ranging from one-bed apartments to four-bed homes – helping to dent the Forest of Dean’s 2,130-strong housing waiting list. Environmental and placemaking features for the site include a parkland setting, public green open spaces, mature planting, bird nesting and bat roosting sites, and prospective wildlife buffer zones. All homes granted permission will be around 30 per cent more energy efficient than existing housing stock. Further community benefits at Bishops Mead include £100,000 for the District Council to spend on the Severn Estuary and new health centre in Lydney and around £500,000 for Gloucestershire County Council to fund primary education, libraries, and the local travel plan. A future pedestrian link is to be delivered across Naas Lane while highways, verges, and footpaths will be offered for adoption to the County Council as the Local Highways Authority when completed. The land was allocated for housing in the District Council’s local plan. Commenting, East Wales Land Director Adam Ryan said: “We’re delighted to have secured a resolution to grant full planning permission for our new phase at Bishops Mead in Lydney, as we continue to provide much needed, high quality homes for local people. “Alongside the delivery of housing at Bishops Mead, we are proud to be investing over £2.1m in the area – including funding for a health centre, primary education, and transport provision – leaving a positive and lasting legacy for the community. “The benefits of the scheme are also present in the employment opportunities created in construction, the council tax bills that will generate revenue for local services, and the environmental enhancements we have ensured across the site. “We look forward to getting on site to start work on our exciting plans for this Charles Church phase which will deliver significant investment in the area and quality new homes for local people. We’d like to thank Forest of Dean Council and key stakeholders for their positive engagement and cooperation.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Affordable housebuilder, Orbit Homes, will be delivering 40 brand-new houses in Woolpit, Bury St. Edmunds. The development on Old Stowmarket Road will be 100% affordable and has received funding from the Homes England Strategic Partnership scheme. Orbit Homes has partnered with Minster Property Group to acquire the site and will continue to work collaboratively to secure detailed planning permission. The anticipated start date for the scheme is 2024, with work expected to conclude in 2026. Ray Winney, Regional Managing Director at Orbit Homes, said: “We are delighted to develop these brand-new homes and create a thriving new community in Suffolk. This is our third direct build development in the area, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality affordable homes in the East. I look forward to working with Minister Property Group to secure planning permission and seeing the site development over the coming years.” Orbit Homes currently has nine thriving new communities underway in East Anglia, comprising a range of affordable two-, three- and four-bedroom homes, including some rarely available new build bungalows. A mixture of purchasing options is available, including market sale and shared ownership. To find out more about the range of properties Orbit Homes offers, click here. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Contractor Clegg Construction has handed over a £28.7m, 11-storey apartment scheme in Sheffield. The Ironworks features 229 one and two-bedroom apartments, along with a fitness suite, rooftop garden, an external courtyard, a communal lounge, workstations, and a multimedia room which can be used to host meetings or movie nights. Developed by Rise Homes in Sheffield, the complex is one of very few private rented sector schemes in the city and has attracted considerable interest with strong lettings and enquiries. It includes a range of sustainability features such as a biomass energy centre providing hot water and heating throughout the building and has a fabric-first approach to maximise the performance of the building’s envelope. Clegg Construction’s collaborative and flexible approach on this design and build scheme has led to the contractor also partnering with Rise Homes on a private rented scheme in Leeds. Featuring 185 apartments, Spinners Yard is due to complete in 2025. Ross Crowcroft, pre-construction director at Clegg Construction, said: “We are very proud to have completed The Ironworks in Sheffield, providing an attractive modern living space in the heart of the city. “The scheme benefitted from early contractor involvement, as Clegg Construction worked with the design team to implement design efficiencies and ensure the design aligned with statutory regulations. There were complex site constraints including nearby adjacent buildings and an 8m level differential between boundaries, but these challenges were overcome by a contiguous piled retaining wall with whaling beams and props prior to the installation of the lower frame and transfer deck. “The resulting development is a superb urban apartment scheme which embraces the city’s industrial heritage, and we are delighted to see how much interest it has already attracted.” The apartment complex features innovative brick façade treatment, glazing arrangements and incorporates a light-gauge steel frame solution. It also includes diagnostic software that enables review of the flow rates and temperatures of hot water on both entry and exit from each apartment, which can monitor faults or anomalies in the system – enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. The way the data is collected and utilised, for the benefit of the residents’ heat efficiency, is being put forward for an ADE (Association of Decarbonisation Energy) Award. During demolition of the former Queen’s Hotel which previously stood on Scotland Street on the site of The Ironworks, and as part of site preparations and enabling work, Bronze Age pottery fragments estimated to be 3,500 years’ old were unearthed. A nod to more recent history has helped to inspire public art and slate paving at the scheme, which features excerpts from Orwellian phrases and taken from author George Orwell’s account of Sheffield based on a visit in 1936. Fairly early into the scheme, Clegg set up a sample apartment, creating a blueprint for the others and helping to generate interest in the development from potential occupants. Nigel Rawlings, CEO of Rise Homes, said: “It has been a pleasure to work with the team at Clegg Construction, who have had a flexible approach throughout the whole project. The site has been clean and tidy during development and the staff have been incredibly helpful. “As a result of our partnership with Clegg Construction, Rise Homes has created an attractive private rented scheme that Sheffield can be proud of. There has already been keen interest in the development, which is great news.” Rise Homes creative director Joy Rawlings added: “Working closely with Clegg throughout the construction of The Ironworks and their willingness to embrace design changes beyond the brief was much appreciated and allowed us to maximise the potential of the development. I have enjoyed working with such a committed team.” Recently, the Right Worshipful Lord Mayor of Sheffield Cllr Colin Ross attended an open day at The Ironworks and cut a ribbon to mark the official opening of the development. Clegg Construction is a Midlands, East Anglia, and Yorkshire-based construction firm specialising in the delivery of public and private sector projects. The company works with organisations of all sizes and specialities across a range of different sectors. Clegg has considerable experience in delivering residential schemes, with one of the most recent being Gilders Yard in Birmingham, which delivered 158 new homes and 10,000 sq ft of commercial space on the edge of the Jewellery Quarter. The company is also undertaking enabling works on The Lamp Works in Birmingham – a 148-apartment development. The Scotland Street scheme in Sheffield for Rise Homes is one of two schemes that Clegg has been working on recently in South Yorkshire. The company is also delivering a £5.9m renovation scheme to repurpose the derelict Maltby Grammar School near Rotherham. For more information visit www.cleggconstruction.co.uk Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
