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Proctor & Matthews Architects begin final phases of green Nottingham neighbourhood

Sustainability and community were the two driving factors behind the development

by Séan Thurgood 12 September 2022

Proctor & Matthews Architects in collaboration with Sarah Wigglesworth Architects and Turner Works Architects are creating a three hectare site that will create 300 low carbon, contemporary homes. By utilising three separate design practices, the townscape will have greater architectural variety than a single designer would typically create.

The project is part of property developer Blueprint’s neighbourhood which is located next to the River Trent in Nottingham. The final phase of the project involves the construction of 111 homes. Using red brick and corrugated cladding, each design practice will bring its own styles to life within the historic dockside area.

During the pandemic, Blueprint worked with digital agency Deetu to create an interactive website. This drew attention from teenagers to pensioners and further reinforced the public support for sustainable design solutions.  The pandemic also influenced the design with all buildings including dedicated home-working spaces and connections to gardens. 

The design for Trent Basin focuses on creating a new riverside community that is well connected and walkable, with shared spaces for meeting neighbours and sustainable new homes that work towards Nottingham’s Carbon Zero ambitions. Housing is arranged in sheltered courtyards while the extensive people friendly public realm that stitches the development together is made possible by the introduction of a car barn allowing the streets and spaces to become the focus of community life.

Andrew Matthews, Founding Director at Proctor and Matthews Architects

By using a car barn, the area is also more pedestrian friendly and ensures that the area is a safe space for children to play and for neighbours to socially interact with each other. The area will also feature a public park and playground, and focuses on creating pedestrian and cyclist-friendly spaces. 

In addition, the development makes use of a former industrial space to form a Makers Yard. This is intended for new industrial workshops and also as a hub for events such as market stalls and creative activities.

The area aims to attract buyers from all situations ranging from first-time buyer maisonettes to four-storey family homes.


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