165 High Road Loughton
Loughton, Essex

Town Centre Development
We handled this redevelopment of a prominent mixed-use site in the centre of Loughton, with two elements: the rejuvenation of a tired block that faces the High Road, plus the construction of a new building to the rear, housing a commercial unit on the ground floor with apartments above.
Overview
Following our evaluation of the site, we proposed that the existing building receive a new contemporary facade treatment, as well as an additional storey.
To the rear, a new five-storey building will feature a ground-floor commercial unit, with 12 apartments above, in replacement of a car park.
The side road – currently a rather unloved street accessing the adjacent Marks & Spencer’s car park, will be rejuvenated via the addition of a new commercial unit and high-quality apartments.
"The prominent location of this site presents a perfect opportunity to create a statement building on the High Road and effectively creating an appealing "new" road out of the unkempt side-access street.
Old and new architecture, commercial and residential, and most of all – more people. After all, a High Road is nothing without its public." Melanie Clear, Founder
- To enhance the existing building fabric we will improve its appearance with a re-clad rendered wrap, encasing the panels of existing brickwork
- Roof extension to create a better sense of balance with the building’s neighbours. Its style and materials will help to create a visual link between old and new
- All of the apartments in the rear block have balconies from the main living area
- Placement of windows and balconies has been carefully considered to avoid overlooking and create a visually interesting facade
Detail
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