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Poole Dick Residential Projects The Clayworks, Smithfield, Stoke-on-Trent https://lnkd.in/e7PUri3x THE CHALLENGE This development included the design and construction of a 12-storey building, to include 151 private rented sector apartments together with associated communal space. The building also includes a commercial unit completed to the ‘shell’ level on the lower ground floor, with associated public realm spaces around the perimeter and the provision of a temporary car park separate from the site. KEY CONSIDERATIONS This included ensuring the development team provided the project in line with the requirements of the development agreement and that the quality of the works was to an acceptable standard. #residential #residentialconstruction #constructionindustry #projectmanagement #projectmonitoring #residentialdevelopment #stokeontrent #pooledick #constructionmanagementconsultancy

VCAT Approves Multi-Million 14-Storey Tower in Frankston! The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) has approved OYOB Property Group’s appeal, paving the way for a 14-storey mixed-use development at 424-426 Nepean Highway, 54km south-east of Melbourne’s CBD. Designed by Bruce Henderson Architects Pty Ltd, the project will feature 105 apartments, ground-floor retail spaces, and views of Kananook Creek Boulevard. This approval amends the initial 2018 permit for a smaller 10-to-11-storey design. The site’s 2668sqm footprint sits in an evolving area, transitioning into a hub of mid-rise and taller developments. Frankston City Council initially denied an extension of time and amendments to the permit, citing policy changes. However, after deliberation, VCAT sided with the developer, granting both an extended timeline and the amended permit. With the area’s urban profile rising, this approval adds further momentum to Frankston’s transformation into a vibrant mixed-use destination, as it sheds old attitudes of the city. #BuildingTalks #PropertyDevelopment #ConstructionIndustry

Toronto's Planning and Housing Committee recently considered a feasibility report that could reshape residential construction by permitting single exit stairs in four-storey buildings. This change could mitigate the housing crisis by freeing up floor space and improving living areas. Remember the days when two staircases were mandatory? This rule, rooted in early 1900s US codes, might soon evolve with modern building designs and advanced fire safety measures. Talk about progress! The proposed benefits include: - Enlarged living spaces - More natural light and accessible units - Efficient design allowing more bedrooms Potential alternate safety measures like sprinklers and wider stairs ensure that this innovative approach maintains high safety standards. Could this be the game-changer Toronto's housing market needs? What are your thoughts on adopting single exit stairs for low-rise buildings? #RealEstate #Toronto #HousingCrisis #BuildingCode #UrbanPlanning #Innovation 🚪🏙️

Metro Vancouver eyes standardized six-storey wood apartments: The idea is to streamline design and draft common regulations to cut construction time by at least a third 👇

𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐛𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 Allenby Commercial is offering design and build opportunities ranging from 5,000 to 50,000 sq ft at The Point, located next to the Fruit Market at Priory Park. A 14,000 sq ft unit is nearing completion, with half of the space already leased to a creative business drawn to its stylish, energy-efficient design. Development director Charlie Allenby highlighted the modern European style and solar panels contributing to an EPC A rating, noting that the new tenant’s arrival is expected to spark further interest in the remaining space. Surveyor Jordan Stokes emphasised the prime location's appeal, benefiting from strong transport links and a diverse mix of businesses. Allenby is also progressing with the transformation of Europa House into Monocle, offering 60,000 sq ft of space, and expanding at Base, Hull, which now houses 75 businesses. Click the link below to read more and follow Commerce & Industry for more regional updates. #AllenbyCommercial #ThePoint #PrioryPark #HullBusiness #DesignAndBuild #EnergyEfficient #CommercialProperty #BaseHull https://lnkd.in/en_FQw2B

𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀, a landmark development in Croydon that redefines urban living and community spaces. In December, we returned to site to capture drone footage of the completed development, giving us a chance to see the finishing building from all angles. The project, which forms part of the 𝗦𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹’𝘀 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, is a 25-storey tower comprising 𝟭𝟯𝟰 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀 and 𝟱,𝟰𝟵𝟬 𝘀𝗾 𝗳𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲. A standout feature of Angel Heights is the retention of the 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗳𝗮ç𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝟲-𝟭𝟮 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱, preserving an important piece of Croydon’s architectural heritage while delivering modern homes. The development includes 𝗮 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗲, creating 𝗮 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 that will be further enhanced by a public artwork exploring themes of community and belonging. Situated just minutes from Croydon’s public amenities and transport links, Angel Heights offers residents 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗸𝘆𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲. In line with the 𝗚𝗟𝗔 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 (𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟭) and 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗟 (𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟯) of the Building Regulations, the development incorporates sustainable features such as a 𝗖𝗛𝗣 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁, 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗩 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. Throughout the project, we worked closely with the client and contractor to maximise efficiency and overcome challenges. By collaborating on a deed of variation, we facilitated the design and planning adjustments required to increase the number of Shared Ownership units, delivering 134 high-quality homes instead of the originally proposed penthouse apartments. As the Employer’s Agent and Quantity Surveyor on this project, we were proud to provide key support from inception to completion. 𝗔 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲! 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺: 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁: Latimer by Clarion Housing Group  𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿: London Square 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: Encore Group 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁: Potter Raper 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗿: Potter Raper #ProjectCompletion #AngelHeights #CroydonDevelopment #SharedOwnership #AffordableHousing #SustainableLiving #UrbanRegeneration #LandmarkDevelopment #CommunitySpaces

On June 26, New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s Board approved a contract with Mega/Technico Joint Venture to renovate 1,668 apartments at Wyckoff Gardens and Gowanus Houses. This marks a significant step forward in the $216 million project funded by the 2022 Gowanus Neighborhood Plan. “These planned renovations are an investment in enhanced quality of life for over 3,700 Brooklyn residents at Wyckoff Gardens and Gowanus Houses,” said Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development, and Workforce Maria Torres-Springer. #NYCHA is utilizing design-build project delivery, which improves coordination, shortens the procurement process, and ultimately saves money by awarding contracts to single entities for both design and construction work. The renovations will include kitchen and bathroom upgrades, hazardous material abatement, and heating optimization, with a focus on resident input and minimal disruption. Read the full press release here: https://on.nyc.gov/3LlOlIR #NYCHAPressRelease #CompMod #PublicHousing

Consultation phase for 33 storey co-living development in Cardiff city centre

Construction continues to progress well on site at IntraUrban Southlands. Building 1’s roof is nearing completion, while both Building 2 and Building 3 are preparing for slab pours. Located in Vancouver’s Southlands area, this project offers a rare opportunity for businesses to own functional and flexible spaces in a prime location with easy access to key transportation routes and a wealth of local amenities. IntraUrban Southlands features three architecturally distinct industrial buildings, with unit sizes ranging from 1,741 to 7,878 square feet. Units are designed to support long-term ownership, with the option to combine spaces for added flexibility. This project is made possible through collaboration with Nicola Wealth Real Estate and Ventana Construction Corporation, both of whom share our commitment to creating exceptional industrial spaces. Explore ownership opportunities and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g6qVBMcQ #IndustrialStrata #Vancouver #IndustrialRealEstate #IndustrialDevelopment

🚧 Progress Update: Beaumont Park, Whitley Bay 🚧 We're thrilled to share an exciting glimpse into the ongoing work at Beaumont Park in Whitley Bay. As we take on the role of contract administrators on-site, we're managing the build professionalism and dedication alongside our esteemed colleagues at Mountfair Homes. This endeavour isn't just about construction; it begins with a comprehensive needs and options review. This unique report is the cornerstone of our process – offering project costings, various floorplan possibilities, a thorough planning appraisal, and a wealth of information that lays the groundwork for any successful home extension process. It's our belief that informed decisions are key – which is why we don't rush our clients into an extensive design phase without first working together on this low cost process, helping us to build understanding and trust, with no commitment beyond the initial report. Looking to expand your home? Dreaming of a home extension, that is interesting AND cost effective, maybe you live in North Tyneside too!? Before diving deep into design services, let us ease your mind. Schedule a call with us by following this link: https://lnkd.in/eHXcWeiP Together, let's explore how we can bring your vision to life. #HomeExtension #Architecture #OpenPlan #NorthTyneside