New homes for Barking
The proposal ensures a future proofed design that will support the ongoing regeneration in Barking. The development features 201 well planned, efficient, high-quality apartments, with private and communal amenity space. The new accommodation is split into three blocks, varying in form and character, and ranging from three to 13 storeys, including seven terraced houses.
Urban Nature and resilient design
One of the key project aims is to meet the challenges of climate change; the proposal is based on resilience and strategic water and energy use, through incorporation of ecosystem services, Sustainable Urban Drainage management and reducing heat loads through green roofs and gardens. The required target carbon reduction of 40.2% beyond Building Regulations has strongly influenced the architectural design; provision of photovoltaic panels, high performance building fabric and advanced specifications are incorporated.