British Construction Industry Awards 2023

Residential Project of the Year

This category recognises the value of exceptional buildings in meeting Britain’s housing needs whether a small residential development, a major new community development, student accommodation or a senior living development.

Winner

Hill Street House

Commissioning authority | Linc Cymru Housing Association

Lead designer | Zed Pods

Main contractor | Zed Pods

Other project contributors | Rationel Windows & Doors, Rockwool, Tata Steel

Highly Commended

Magna Square

Judges’ comment “A quality product that transforms the way small projects are delivered on small, underutilised sites” Zed Pods has worked closely with Linc Cymru and Newport City Council to develop ultralow energy and low carbon social housing for people living in temporary accommodation.

Many contractors would consider the site to be undevelopable as Hill Street is on a steep slope, with narrow access in a conservation area surrounded by listed buildings.

Constraints were overcome by combining flexible design with off-site construction.

Housing modules for the 12 homes were delivered to site in three days and the overall programme was kept to 52 weeks despite the challenges posed by materials shortages and the pandemic.

The homes generate their own electricity from rooftop solar panels. Local contractors, consultants and specialists were employed to add social value.

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