This
unique south facing sloping site, on the River Stour in historic Wimborne,
formerly contained the Railway Station which was closed in the 1960s and vacant
since that time. The now unused and densely wooded railway line embankment can
still be seen and forms the eastern boundary of the site.
Our
clients, Barratt Homes, acquired the site with the benefit of a planning
approval for 28 units, which failed to exploit the views to the River Stour
forming the southern boundary of the site. After lengthy negotiations with the
Planners, we secured an approval for 34 units, the majority of which have
riverfront views. This was achieved by a "U” shaped plan overlooking a central
garden courtyard, with views to the river beyond. This had the benefit of
removing parking to the rear of the properties giving uninterrupted views down
the slope to the riverside walk, and differentiates the private and public
realms, creating a "sense of place” which the original approval lacked.
- 34 unit scheme
- Private & Social mix
Design by: J.Roberts & G.Rippon