Wates Canklow, Rotherham

This development, completed for South Yorkshire Housing Association, offered homes on a rent or shared ownership basis. The vision behind the development was to create a modern environment with choice and flexibility that will appeal to a wide range of ages while incorporating innovative and contemporary design.

Type
Social and Affordable Housing

Size
71 houses

Duration
21 weeks

Complexity
The development incorporated the use of solar panels to provide hot water on every dwelling, which had to be accounted for in the timber frame design.

Measured Benefit
In line with the client's requirement for a sustainable development, timber frame was used due to its versatility and low carbon footprint. The 21 week build programme enabled residents to move in faster than originally anticipated.