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At 685 new homes, The Phoenix unlocks one of the largest housing allocation sites in the South Downs National Park. Importantly the tenure mix will include over 200 affordable homes of which 92 will be Lewes Low-Cost Affordable Rent (linked to median income not the market).⁠ ⁠ The masterplan's plot ratio is similar to the local plan reference scheme and is equivalent to the existing town centre. The scale of the project’s edges has been carefully modulated to address the existing context including the Conservation Area(s) and The Pells.⁠ ⁠ Seen from Wiley’s Bridge, this image shows the varied waterfront character with @ashsakulaarchitects’s Parcel 1 buildings in the foreground and one of the larger courtyard blocks to the mid-ground towards the left of the image. ⁠ ⁠ Find out more about the masterplan, link in bio.⁠ ⁠ Image by Periscope for Human Nature, Phase 1 Architecture by Ash Sakula Architects. Landscape by Periscope.⁠ ⁠ #periscopeuk ⁠ #urbandesign #urbanenvironment #citiesforpeople #urbanspaces #builtenvironment #urbanplanning #placemaking #urbanism #architecture #density #scale #lewes #phoenixproject

Adaptive reuse for residential or commercial use: Carefully designed projects transform religious buildings into apartment complexes, shops, or offices, contributing to community revitalization and economic development. Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4bV59CP #weareboldera #sustainabledesign #sustainability #heritagetoronto #heritagearchitecture #architecture #adaptivereuse

We get asked daily to run scenarios through Neuron to identify cost or space-saving opportunities on projects that are over budget. We can always find some; from modest improvements in small projects to large opportunities in tall towers. However, when we work with a precinct, with a completely blank canvas, the potential is enormous. Simple strategies like community titles, shared infrastructure, and strategic servicing strategies baked in from the get-go can unlock tens of millions in value uplifts. Very easy to do during the masterplan phase, but extremely difficult once the projects progress into the next phase and designs start to get locked in. Given the cost challenges we face in Australia, after looking at hundreds of different built forms over the last two years, we believe this specific built form offers the most significant opportunity to do more with less. This approach can meaningfully improve a project's feasibility, reducing the cost of housing while still unlocking more money to invest in sustainability and amenities improvements. We really enjoy supporting masterplanned precincts and would love to share what we've learned with others. If you are working on a precinct and would like to know more, please reach out. steve@neuron.build #EngineeringInnovation #CostSaving #UrbanPlanning #HousingAffordability #MasterPlanning https://lnkd.in/dkP92kih

In a rapidly evolving urban landscape, the importance of community-centric housing design cannot be overstated. As architects, we are responsible for creating spaces that foster inclusivity and a sense of belonging. Designing housing beyond individual units to incorporate shared spaces, such as gardens, courtyards, and communal areas, is critical to nurturing vibrant communities. These spaces become the heart of urban neighbourhoods, where residents can interact, collaborate, and build lasting relationships. By integrating thoughtful planning, pedestrian-friendly zones, and versatile recreational areas, we can transform housing developments into dynamic ecosystems that prioritise human experiences, where people can feel connected and engaged. This approach is essential for creating thriving urban communities — where everyone feels a sense of belonging. #UrbanDesign #CommunityLiving #HousingDevelopment #Architecture #UrbanPlanning #GPMArchitects

How much does it cost to live in the award-winning Accordia development in Cambridge? My next instalment of 'Icons of Architecture' is out, where I argue that new build developments have just as much capacity to become iconic as heritage buildings. Designed by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios, Maccreanor Lavington, and Alison Brooks Architects, and constructed by Countryside Partnerships and Redeham Homes, Accordia set a new benchmark for the construction of high density housebuilding in the UK. 🏆 Accordia was the first housing development to win the prestigious Stirling Prize but at the same time highlights the inherent tensions with creating new communities from scratch. It provides a fascinating site that gives us crucial lessons for the future of the new development which we so desperately need. You can read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/g7r5rUZX ‘Icons of Architecture’ is a Savills blog series where we explore some of the UK’s most extraordinary housing developments. We look at what makes their architecture so compelling while digging into their values and places in the housing market. This is the world of the RIBA meeting that of the RICS, to tell increasingly holistic pictures of our built environment. #Architecture #Housingmarket #Cambridge #Housingdevelopment

As the region begins to think of growth and the future of our major thoroughfares, it is important to envision the possibilities. With the initial feedback from Fayetteville's public input indicating a desire for more 'missing middle' housing types, as well as retail, service amenities and recreational facilities along 71b, the proposed zoning changes aim to address these needs. Collaborating with Groundwork, GEMSTONE Design Studio has reimagined what this zoning change could look like. This would allow for more mixed-use buildings, keeping density in developed areas while preserving natural and working lands. . The remaining public input sessions are 6/5 and 6/6 from 3pm - 6pm and 6/7 from 9am - 12pm. All three remaining dates will be held at the City Hall, first floor foyer. Take the Fayetteville input survey here: https://bit.ly/3VbEMRd #urbanplanning #architecture #zoningreform #housingfornwa #futureisnow

This microdistrict project was created on the basis of the principles of "New Urbanism". It is a mixture of people (of different ages, races, wealth) and a mixture of the architecture (administrative, public and residential buildings). A comfortable living environment includs green pedestrian routes, bike paths, places for collecting and sorting garbage in underground parking lots, and a humane number of floors of residential buildings, which is so necessary for Vladivostok city. The concept of the residential complex was based on an analysis of the pedestrian activities of the residents of this area. Self-organized squares (points of attraction) and the most logical directions from the complex were taken as the basis of the pedestrian frame. You can look at the brainstorming in details in a previous post. #masterplan #microdistrict #urban #city #urbanplanning #urbandesign #residentialdesign #residentialarchitecture #architecture #publicspace #landscaping #landscapearchitecture #plan #neighborhood

More exciting regeneration updates for Wigan! 😊

Livable EWS housing unit. There have been debates around the topic of EWS sections and the condition of housing units that are designed for the EWS. As per the mandate of the government a set percentage of EWS housing units are mandatory for each housing society. It is an initiative for the weaker sections of the society to avail a house of their own at cheaper prices. There are stories that EWS housing infrastructure is borderline unlivable as they are constructed just for the sake of norm fulfillment. What possible options can we design to make better houses for the weaker sections? More importantly, can we do it in smaller sizes and cheaper costs? Here is one concept of it. A conceptual sketch of a housing complex for the economically weaker sections. Unit size is 11' x 25' and the building consists of 8 units with a central courtyard for natural light and ventilation. The land parcel for each housing unit requires a minimum area of 26' x 30'. . . . #housing #EWS #EWShousing #housingcrises #housingshortage #housinginfrastructure #greatspaces #architecture

Curious about the future of housing prices in 2024? Join the conversation on when affordability might return! #HousingMarket #Affordability #Predictions2024 #interiordesign #homesweethome #luxuryliving #house #architecture #luxuryhomes #realestateinvesting #realestatelife #Realty #houseforsale #justlisted #kellerwilliams #SteveFordrealestate