Town centre development is important for sustainable economic growth. Equally important are a town’s historic assets, as the local character can provide a competitive edge, drawing in visitors. Therefore, when gap sites are being developed, it’s essential that their design not only fulfils a commercial need, but also strengthens local distinctiveness.
We use our understanding of the historic development of towns; their form, function, and their architectural scale and character, to create designs that will maximise commercial and environmental potential.
In Brackley we worked with the Council and property consultants, GVA, to redevelop a site in the heart of the town for new retail space and homes. The design extended the public realm of the historic market area into a new square.
Similar projects include design and feasibility for site owners, briefs for local authorities seeking to promote sites and joint ventures between public and private sectors.
CLIENT
South Northamptonshire Council
SCOPE
Town centre regeneration, conservation
Population
14,000
Site area
0.63 hectares (net)
Dwellings
66 one, two and three bedroom houses and flats
Residential density
120 dph
Retail floor space
392 m² with 2 floors of offices above
Density
Overall development density 8,500 m² / ha (net)
Cultural offer
New public space facing onto the Market Square, with outdoor café space