Month: January 2022

Hub are delighted to have gained Planning approval for 13 new houses, including 5 affordable homes, in Hertsmere. Approval followed an extensive pre-application process with the Local Authority and Local interest Groups. The end result is a proposal that delivers high quality design, based around a farmstead style development, using materials and design precedents that will enhance the character of this Green Belt site. The house type form, architectural detail and materiality have evolved through the Planning consultation process. The house designs are “L” shaped plan forms and grouped in pairs to create an enclosure of external space similar to that found in rural farmyards. 

Great to see work progressing on site in Radlett at Abbeyfields, now named Hillside Homes. The groundworks are complete, frame and block work rising fast and the brickwork laid at ground level. The distinctive palette of materials has been selected as a contemporary reflection of the local Arts and Crafts vernacular. We look forward to seeing this building progress to completion later this year.

Construction has started in Allum Lane, following Planning Approval gained in 2021. The innovative Architecture for this project sets a new precedent in response to Hertsmere Council’s climate change initiative. In Recognising Hertsmere’s sustainability objectives and working alongside Love Studio as Environmental consultants, measures were adopted to reduce CO2 emissions. Active travel and electric vehicle use will be promoted through the provision of cycle parking spaces and electric vehicle charging points. Additionally, air source heat pumps, heat recovery ventilation systems along with water and energy saving strategies have been adopted. 

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