Thin-coat render finishes were selected for cost efficiency and contemporary appearance.
Generous roof overhangs were incorporated to protect façades from weathering and minimise long-term discolouration of rendered surfaces.
Simple building forms and carefully considered detailing contribute to both durability and visual consistency across the development.
The result is a collection of homes that combine affordability with a strong sense of quality and permanence.
• Initially conceived as two or three standard house types, the scheme evolved into five distinct dwelling types to meet market demand.
• Accommodation ranges from two- and three-bedroom bungalows to three-bedroom terraced houses, four-bedroom detached homes and two-bedroom flats.
• Optional sunrooms were introduced as purchaser upgrades, providing additional flexibility and connection to outdoor spaces.
• The varied mix of house types creates a balanced and inclusive community while maintaining a coherent architectural identity.
Four affordable housing units were delivered as part of the development and purchased by Hillcrest Housing Association.
This assisted scheme viability while contributing to local affordable housing provision.
It marked the first occasion on which Hillcrest adopted air source heat pump technology within one of its developments.
The completed homes achieved energy savings of approximately 40% compared with average developments of the period, demonstrating the success of the low-carbon design approach.
