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A New Chapter for Byron Bay Housing We are pleased to share that our latest development has received DA approval: 24 high-quality, townhouses will replace two aging and dilapidated dwellings. This milestone represents Vode’s ongoing commitment to addressing the critical housing needs of our community. By delivering thoughtfully designed homes, we aim to create opportunities for local families and essential workers to live and thrive in Byron Bay without compromising on quality or sustainability. 🌿 Key Highlights of the Development: - Quality homes designed with care and precision. - Sustainable construction practices that respect and complement the natural environment. - A community-focused layout that prioritises functionality and liveability. This project underscores our dedication to enhancing the Byron Bay region through developments that balance affordability, style, and environmental stewardship. We look forward to sharing progress updates as we bring this vision to life.

Construction works to transform the Broad Walk area of #Harlow Town Centre will begin this month. After months of planning and the completion of detailed designs, project contractors, Conamar, have set up a construction compound in Market Square with invasive site investigations having recently taken place. The multi-million-pound regeneration of Broad Walk will create high-quality, welcoming spaces, including: · Complete repaving of Broad Walk, Cross Street and East Walk · Brand new LED lighting and CCTV provision · Street furniture · Introduction of much needed green, landscaped spaces to complement and continue existing landscaping within The Water Gardens. The scheme is funded through the Government’s Town Deals programme, forming part of Harlow’s Towns Fund programme. This phase marks a milestone in transforming Harlow Town Centre and supports the council’s aspirations to provide a high-quality and safe retail, leisure and residential destination at the heart of Harlow & Gilston Garden Town (HGGT). Construction work will begin at the end of September, starting with Cross Street. The scheme will be delivered in phases working at The Water Gardens end of Broad Walk first, working north, finishing at Market Square. The scheme will take 12 – 18 months and businesses will be operating as usual, with pedestrian access always maintained during opening hours. Councillor Dan Swords, Leader of Harlow Council and Chair of HGGT’s Joint Committee, said: “This scheme will see the transformation of Broad Walk as the council gets ready to start another phase of rebuilding our town centre. “Important outdoor areas of the Town Centre will be transformed with green landscaping, new pavements and new street furniture to create a safer, brighter, more welcoming place for shoppers, visitors and potential investors. “This is all about putting the heart back into Harlow’s Town Centre and it’s just one part of the that we are rebuilding. “Work to transform the bus station and Terminus Street is well underway, plus work starts early next year on the new Arts and Cultural Quarter and plans will shortly be confirmed for the redevelopment of Market Square.” #regeneration #buses #towncentre #development #community #greeninfrastructure #environment #arts #retail #shopping #leisure #government #publicsector #construction #housing #essex #hertfordshire #eastherts #epping

Plans submitted for Passivhaus homes in Salford We've submitted plans for a further 42 #affordable, #Passivhaus homes at Crescent Salford. Designed by dRMM, the new homes will form part of #AdelphiVillage, a #community to the east of the River Irwell, and one of six zones that make up the £2.5bn Crescent Salford masterplan. Residents will benefit from reduced energy bills of up to 90% compared to traditional housing, a comfortable living environment, enhanced ventilation, and sustainable design and build. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eTyqeyYm With Legal & General | Homes England | Muse | Salford City Council | The University of Salford #placemaking #regeneration #sustainablehomes

Wates Developments (Wates Group) and its Vistry Group partners have submitted outline plans to Mole Valley District Council (MVDC) for up to 270 new homes in Ashtead, Surrey. https://lnkd.in/eCFwJRsT #business #SouthEastBusiness #construction #housebuilding #Surrey

**New Contract Award | Market Street – Countryside Partnerships (Vistry Group)** We are excited to announce our recent appointment by Countryside Partnerships for the development of a new 169-bed apartment project in Bracknell. Our dedicated team will be responsible for the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of a CAT 4 Residential Sprinkler System, ensuring full compliance with BS9251:2021. We will also implement a Commercial Sprinkler System (OH3) in line with BS12845 standards, along with Dry Risers conforming to BS9990. This project is strategically located within a sustainable area, just a short walk from Bracknell's train and bus stations, right in the heart of the town centre. It aims to enhance accessibility between the leisure facilities to the west of Market Street and the Lexicon centre to the east. Market Street marks the second site submitted for planning under the Bracknell Forest Cambium Partnership. The application focuses on delivering high-quality residential apartments and commercial spaces, which will significantly improve the public realm and enhance the overall accessibility of the town centre, particularly from the west. Craig Derbyshire, Director of Business Development at Detect & Protect Limited, stated: “As an established construction partner to Vistry Group, we are honoured to be entrusted with the delivery of the Fire Suppression Systems. It’s a privilege to be part of this remarkable initiative that aims to rejuvenate this area of the city. Our collaborative efforts with Countryside Partnerships and the design team, along with our proactive engagement and technical expertise, have been crucial to the project's success of the city". Working collaboratively with Countryside Partnerships and the design team, our early engagement approach and technical expertise and knowledge has been invaluable. Well done to all involved within the Detect & Protect Limited team and we look forward to boots on site in March.

Management of surface water runoff - Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems in London - functional sensible design

The Brooklyn Marine Terminal is slated for major renovations, including upgrades to its port and public waterfront access... and potentially the construction of thousands of apartments on the terminal. In THE CITY (newsroom)'s latest article, the project's task force members expressed their concerns of building houses on the site. "Once it’s gone, it’s gone forever. You’re not going to pull out housing or commercial development to create industrial land" says Waterfront Alliance's own President and CEO Cortney Koenig Worrall. As the deadline for project renovations rapidly approaches, the task force is left with a difficult decision on how to balance the demand for housing and a fully functional, sustainable port. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eGHc2jRX

Green light for Oldfield Basin 🏡 Working with our partners, we've been granted #planningconsent for a new #sustainable and #affordable neighbourhood, set to create a further 90 #Passivhaus homes in #Salford. Building on the success of nearby #Greenhaus and #Willohaus, #OldfieldBasin sits next to #IslingtonMill, one of Greater Manchester’s most important bases for artists and #creative businesses. On completion, the new homes will be acquired and managed by #DeriveRP, an independent housing provider created by Salford City Council to deliver #affordable and #socialhousing across the city. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ez2vuaRp Part of #SalfordCentral, an ECF project with Homes England | Legal & General | Salford City Council | DeriveRP | Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios (FCBStudios) | re-form Landscape Architecture Ltd | DPP #placemaking #partnership #affordablehomes #sustainablehomes

We are pleased to announce that 1-3 Westbourne Grove has officially received planning approval. Concilio supported Valouran with the community engagement, working closely with local resients, businesses, and stakeholders to ensure that the development reflect the needs of the community. Through a series of public consultations, feedback sessions, and constructive discussions, we gathered valuable insights that have directly influenced the design and vision of 1-3 Westbourne Grove. Valouran's vision for 1-3 Westbourne Grove involves retaining and enhancing the existing facade, while constructing a new building behind it with combined floorplates, including a pub on the ground and basement levels, and high-quality residential units above. Additionally, they plan to deliver public realm improvements and incorporate environmental sustainability features into the refurbishment to enhance the local area. For more details about the project, visit the website here: https://lnkd.in/e3sb7r7w

4 New Towers get the Green Light on Watson Island; however, they will require: Returning 13 acres to City to construct new public waterfront park at no cost to City, Cancelling existing theme park and hotel lease, and Contributing $15,000,000 for affordable housing, infrastructure, and other public benefits. Plus, $9,000,000 contribution to affordable housing plus infrastructure improvements, Timeshare units become condominiums, Mixed-uses to include office, and Expanded public waterfront and pedestrian promenade along Biscayne Bay. Do you think this development improve or destroy Watson/Jungle Island? Let's discuss in the comments!