Loughton Lesley Court
Key Features
This project involved the construction of 12 new build flats on the site of a car park to the rear of the shopping area of Loughton High Road.
Following completion of the building we were also responsible for the full internal fit out and decoration with the flats handed over to the client ready for use.
The ground floor car park was constructed using an RC frame while the 1st and 2nd floors used timber frame construction holding 6 flats per floor each with a balcony. This was a combination of brick skin and colour free render with aluminium windows and doors.
As this was a new build project we were required to run entirely new services to the site including telecomms, drainage, water, gas, and electricity.
Challenges and Solutions
This was a particularly constrained site which meant that logistics and access had to planned and managed carefully.
Delivery drivers were instructed to contact our Site Manager prior to arrival to ensure that our site team was prepared to immediately move materials for storage or use.
Deliveries were also scheduled to arrive outside of peak times thereby reducing the risk of disruption to the surrounding area.
The access road to the flats was used by the nearby Methodist Church which required close liaison to mitigate disruption. We also provided a multi-trade operative to carry out minor repairs at the church as a gesture of good will.
Innovations
Innovative solutions were put in place for this project to ensure the practicality, longevity, and environmental efficiency of the building.
Private secure parking was a necessity given the central location of the site.
The building has been future proofed to allow for the construction of 2 additional flats on the roof space.
Solar PV was installed on the roof as part of energy efficiency measures including energy efficient gas boilers and LED lighting throughout.
Client
Private ClientValue
£2,000,000
