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🏠 Existing Towns: A Home Win for the UK's Housing Needs Read in Property Week here: https://lnkd.in/d7qqPxit As the government looks to the next generation of places, Kate Pix, our Director of Regeneration and Partnerships, delves into why regeneration isn’t just reinvention and why we should not forget to invest in existing towns that are primed for growth. Through Genr8 Kajima Regeneration's partnership with Knowsley Council and as part of their 10-year redevelopment plan, Huyton's town centre will be revived into a mixed-use commercial district featuring: 🔑Build-to-rent apartments (open-market & affordable) 💼 New offices and co-working spaces 🛍️ A hotel and retail offerings Similarly, in Sutton, South London, GKRL is helping to reimagine the town centre by redeveloping the outdated St. Nicholas Shopping Centre and relocating the Civic Centre. This project will: 🏡 Deliver 700 new homes (300 for social rent) 💰 Save the council over £1m annually in operating costs 💡 Provide much-needed community spaces and services #Housing #Regeneration #FutureTowns

More great news from #Manchester! The Holt Town Neighbourhood Development Framework (NDF) received #approval from the Manchester City Council Executive to move to the next stage of design. This landmark development will set a benchmark for inclusive, sustainable urban regeneration and serve as a catalyst for innovation, creativity, and connectivity in Manchester. Key Highlights of the plan include: • Creation of a low-carbon, climate-resilient neighbourhood, with 15 acres of green and public space. • Delivery of 4,500 new homes, with 20% affordable housing, ensuring hashtag accessibility for a broad range of residents. • 15 acres of enhanced green areas and a low-carbon, climate-resilient neighbourhood. • A mixed-use community featuring 30,000 sqm of commercial space, generating approximately 1,500 jobs. • The city's only lido outdoor swimming pool! This is just the beginning of an exciting journey, and we look forward to delivering a pioneering development that will contribute significantly to the city’s hashtag Studio Egret West | AKT II | Deloitte | MVRDV | NEXT | Turley | Hatch | Deetu | Hilson Moran #HoltTown #PlanningApproval #UrbanRegeneration #SustainableDevelopment #Manchester

Central Jersey is evolving, and the groundbreaking of Riverton in Sayreville, Middlesex County, marks a long-awaited transformation of one of the region’s most challenging sites. For decades, the former National Lead site sat vacant, a 418-acre reminder of industrial decline. Today, thanks to a $2.5 billion redevelopment effort, Riverton is becoming a vibrant mixed-use waterfront destination. This is a powerful example of how public-private partnerships can drive progress. The project received up to $400 million in funding through New Jersey’s Aspire Program, incentivizing the inclusion of affordable housing and broader economic development. Spearheaded by Cincinnati-based North American Properties in collaboration with New Jersey’s own PGIM Real Estate, Riverton showcases how out-of-state investment can combine with local expertise to create real impact. When complete, Riverton will offer 1,300 residential units (20% affordable), retail shops, waterfront dining, and a 200-slip marina. It’s a bold mix of residential, recreational, and economic opportunities, anchored by Bass Pro Shops and QuickChek Corporation with more tenants to come. What excites me most is seeing the revitalization of this long-vacant site into a hub for living, working, and recreation. It’s proof that even the most complex challenges can be overcome with vision, collaboration, and the right incentives. Projects like Riverton redefine suburban development in Central Jersey, and they provide a blueprint for how thoughtful partnerships can create new opportunities for our communities. #BuilderToBroker #RealEstate #CentralJersey #EconomicDevelopment #MixedUseDevelopment #PublicPrivatePartnership #AspireProgram

Great article by Kate Pix at Kajima Europe and it’s a great message about valuing these very special towns we already have as regeneration targets. Communities local connection to their town is significant and if we can use these towns as a growth opportunity we alleviate pressure on cities but we also respect the people who live there. We are always from the town we are from…not the local city, the town. In many northern towns young people move to larger towns and the cities often just to live, for employment and for accommodation. Towns also have very little property movement. So without new projects they become stuck with ageing communities. New projects like retirement living projects create opportunities for old people to move out of larger family homes releasing this housing stock for families and so creating a housing churn much needed to keep our towns vibrant. The Senior Housing & Healthcare Association is championing these economic with their members. Kate also makes a great point about retail and the inclusion of the retail high streets and shopping centre projects in this regeneration project. Revo - Retail. Property. Community. The community of this keen to see regeneration of shopping places and this is a message we have championed. https://lnkd.in/ekeY8xpT shows that retail physical shopping is making ground against online. Finally as chair of the Revo Educational Trust we champion learning and development in the sector. With Solent University we have continued to develop “The Revo Diploma” educating the next generation of leaders in our sector from all kinds of shopping places. Maybe we need ask Kate Pix to do a masterclass next year! https://lnkd.in/ehfaAnkP

Salford City Council and Onward Homes agree a deal to build 100 new homes 🤩 As someone with a background in facilities management, I’ve seen a lot of housing projects, but this one really stands out. In order to combat the housing crisis in Salford, Onward Homes and Salford Council have joined forces to create sustainable, community-focused spaces that people will be proud to call home. It’s a modern, forward-thinking approach that ticks all the right boxes. In today’s world, energy-efficient designs aren’t just a bonus, they’re a necessity. This development is not just looking at the here and now; it is considering accessibility, convenience, and how these homes will fit into the broader community. What’s also fantastic is how this project is set to rejuvenate the local area. Turning underutilised spaces into vibrant residential communities that can be used by all. They're not just building houses – they’re building communities. I’m genuinely excited to see the positive impact this will have. #housing #manchester #council #affordablehousing

Exciting developments are on the horizon for Bolton! 🏡🚀 Great Places Housing Group has unveiled plans for an £11 million residential project in Great Lever. Here's why this matters: - 43 new homes, comprising 33 houses and 10 apartments, will soon transform the landscape off Belford Drive. - This ambitious initiative plays a pivotal role in Bolton's 10-year economic growth and resilience plan, which focuses on enhancing town centre living to attract more residents. - The project is part of a broader regeneration effort, alongside efforts by Placefirst, Step Places, and Capital&Centric, revitalising the town with quality homes, retail, leisure, and employment opportunities. The implications? The fusion of residential and commercial spaces will invigorate local businesses, fostering economic growth. Bolton is championing investment and innovation, keen to build confidence in the sector and draw further investment. 🌟 I invite you to join the conversation about how such developments might reshape not just Bolton, but town centres across the UK. What are your thoughts? 🤔 Let's discuss! #UrbanInnovation #TownCentreGrowth #EconomicDevelopment #UrbanRegeneration #RatioSeven

Brook Centre development marks 'key milestone' “Once completed, Brook Centre will provide new retail facilities and a café/bistro, plus a new base for Forest House Medical Centre – all enhancing the facilities of this pioneering new community.” A major milestone has been celebrated at New Lubbesthorpe in Leicestershire, with a topping out ceremony for the Brook Centre, a new local hub being developed by Charterpoint Group Ltd. Designed by Franklin Ellis Architects and built by Davlyn Construction Limited, the two-story mixed-use Brook Centre will be the first local centre serving the “pioneering new community” in New Lubbesthorpe, which will eventually include over 4,000 homes. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/edXmJkvb Giles Nursey

Spurring Salford’s renaissance    Covering 240 acres of the city, Crescent is poised to transform this part of Salford into a globally recognised destination for people to live, learn, work, play and be active through a £2.5bn masterplan.    Comprising six unique – yet intertwined – zones, the area will provide space for world-class learning and research at Crescent Innovation; unlock the unlimited potential of the University’s Peel Park Campus; facilitate a new transport hub to promote sustainable and active travel; and deliver future-proofed homes which dovetail with the existing built environment and compliment Salford’s rich architectural history.   Nature will be at the heart of the development too, with all existing green space – including Peel Park and the River Irwell – being enhanced and improved to provide valuable recreation space and ecological habitats.   Here’s what Crescent Salford will deliver at a glance:   🏡 More than 3,000 homes 🏬 1m sq ft of office, retail and leisure space 🚲 A multi-modal transport hub 🌳 Vast areas of green space Delivered by ECF - a joint partnership between Legal & General, Homes England and Muse, in collaboration with Salford City Council and The University of Salford, all partners share a combined vision to elevate the city's status and put it firmly on the map as an international hub of innovation, collaboration and world-firsts.   For more information about Crescent Salford, and details of some of the spaces and places being delivered as part of the masterplan, head to - https://lnkd.in/dSC5BKs.   #placemaking #partnership #Salford

📢Exciting Developments in London 🏘️ An ambitious project to build 4,000 new homes at Earls Court in London has just been submitted for planning approval. This initiative, led by The Earls Court Development Company, is set to be a game-changer for housing in the capital, addressing the critical demand for new homes in the area. The work isn't planned to start until 2026 however, it is an exciting project and change to look forward to. One of the most impressive things about this development, is its commitment to sustainability and community. The project isn't just about building homes; it's about creating a living, breathing neighbourhood. With a strong focus on green spaces, pedestrian-friendly streets, and state-of-the-art facilities, this development aims to foster a sense of community and well-being among its future residents. It's heartening to see such a holistic approach to urban development in one of the busiest cities in the world. It is also going to create thousands of jobs within the industry. 👷🚧🏗️ To read more about the project, click the link in the comments below. 🔗⬇️ #London #SustainableLiving #Residential #Construction

'Flagship' city housing scheme gains approval “We’re pleased to have been able to fast-track the progress of this development to help realise Sunderland’s potential as one of the North East’s most vibrant and sought-after locations.” Sunderland City Council has approved a 165-home city centre scheme by developer Placefirst. The venture, at Farringdon Row, will include 67 homes and 98 apartments across a 4.57-acre brownfield site by the River Wear. Find out more about the plans, which are part of the city's wider Riverside Sunderland masterplan: https://lnkd.in/eev6pxBY Alun Davies Kevin Johnston The North East Combined Authority Homes England IDPartnership Cundall LUC TACE