Isleworth Extra Care Scheme

Client Octavia

Project by team member of Nash Partnership while at a former practice.

Associate Architect, Paul Miller, led the detailed design of this extra care scheme in the conservation area of Hounslow, London, as part of a larger redevelopment of the site. Paul worked closely with the site developer and extra care provider to establish the required mix and form of the building.

Working within a conservation area brought certain planning challenges to the design team which necessitated a context-led facade approach and a sensitive selection of materials.

The scheme comprised of 36 affordable one- and two-bedroom apartments –many of which included private balconies. The self-contained apartments were designed to provide a safe and supportive environment for the residents with extra care needs including level flooring throughout the design and wet room bathrooms. Shared facilities were also included in the design such as a secure communal garden and lounge providing residents a social, yet secure, space indoors and outdoors.