6-8 High Street

AHG’s brief centred around the redevelopment of an existing commercial and residential apartment building in a prominent historic high street location. The proposal defines two podium level courtyards, creating communal outdoor space solely for the residents and an additional protected outdoor space with dining facilities for use during the summer months.

To ensure that the proposed elevations sensitively blend within their wider setting, the frontage draws on elements grounded within the local vernacular. This included clear references to the forms and rhythms found throughout the existing high street, such as double gables and Georgian mansion style elements.

To the rear of the site, where the nature of the site is less sensitive, the forms have remained traditional, but with the addition of more contemporary materials and detailing. The lift core to the rear forms a new modern clocktower which solidifies the development as a landmark within the town.

AHG’s brief centred around the redevelopment of an existing commercial and residential apartment building in a prominent historic high street location. The proposal defines two podium level courtyards, creating communal outdoor space solely for the residents and an additional protected outdoor space with dining facilities for use during the summer months.

To ensure that the proposed elevations sensitively blend within their wider setting, the frontage draws on elements grounded within the local vernacular. This included clear references to the forms and rhythms found throughout the existing high street, such as double gables and Georgian mansion style elements.

To the rear of the site, where the nature of the site is less sensitive, the forms have remained traditional, but with the addition of more contemporary materials and detailing. The lift core to the rear forms a new modern clocktower which solidifies the development as a landmark within the town.