Dynamic housing project recognised in industry awards

A new housing scheme providing purpose-built temporary accommodation, has won an affordable housing award.
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A new housing scheme providing purpose-built temporary accommodation, has won an affordable housing award.

The development, which is due for completion in autumn, is situated on the site of the former Bourne Valley Community Centre in Herbert Avenue.

Led by BCP Council and delivered by Poole-based AJC Group, it will provide 24 energy efficient apartments for people who are currently homeless and require a stepping-stone between hostels and independent living.

It received the Affordable Housing Development of the Year accolade at the Insider South West Property Awards earlier this year.

The judges choose this development due to the social impact of the scheme, tackling homelessness in a challenging area of the region while providing strong eco, accessibility and Passivhaus credentials.

These credentials include a low carbon footprint due to the Passivehaus certification, ensuring rigorous energy efficient design standards; and bat and bird boxes have been installed which help to maintain a healthy ecosystem.

The development was also shortlisted in the Sustainable Development of the Year category in last week’s South Coast Property Awards.

This project will help reduce the dependency on temporary Bed and Breakfast accommodation, instead providing a more suitable housing solution through the mix of 1,2- and 3-bedroom self-contained units.