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Our client had a car wash and car lot site that was partially located within a conservation area. They wanted to overhaul the site and work with us to design something that maintained employment on the ground floor while adding flats above. Plus, the design had to fit within the unusual context of 18th-century houses, a 1960s tower block, and a modern apartment building with curvy teal cladding - quite a mix of styles, to say the least.
We opted for a subtle approach by splitting the facade into three sections with two styles, using different coloured bricks and contrasting brickwork details to avoid a bland or blockish look. Contemporary elements included large windows with metal frames, PV panels, and biodiverse green roofs. The flats were designed to be generously sized and light-filled, with rear balconies for added amenity.
The resulting building is a blend of elegant restraint and character, respecting the historical context without imitating it, and significantly improving the site's appearance. The mixed-use design provides a modern, attractive solution that continues to offer employment while contributing to the housing supply, fitting seamlessly into the diverse architectural landscape.
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