Project summary
Demolition of the existing buildings and redevelopment of the site at Amethyst Lane in partnership with Reading Borough Council. Delivery of a new respite care facility alongside new affordable homes, soft and hard landscaping, parking and ancillary works.
Both the respite care facility and new homes and to be delivered to high quality, Passivhaus standards, delivering a positive impact within the local community and providing much needed social infrastructure to Reading.
Under a PCSA, Helix were appointed to complete the Stage 4 design, including Passivhaus thermal modelling and design stage sign off, ahead of agreeing Main Contract for delivery phase.
- CustomerReading Borough Council
- Employers Agent Gleeds
- Project Value£10m
- TenureAffordable Homes and Residential Care
Key features
- PCSA appointment to finish the Stage 4, Passivhaus design.
- Maximisation of urban green space, creating a communal garden street scene.
- Our quality and aftercare manager, Mark Jeal, who boasts a wealth of experience in the care sector, had a heavy involvement in the design process
- Passivhaus standards in both homes and care units.
- High quality, affordable homes for Reading residents.
Intelligent building
Experienced homes builders delivering sustainable, efficient homes fit for future generations.
Working with funds, Registered Providers and Homes England to secure land and deliver homes.