Despite already having a permit for a three-storey apartment building, the client came to us to develop a terrace housing scheme that responded to the site’s gateway location into the Newport Town Centre.
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The design scheme drew its inspiration from the arches that were a prominent feature in the existing home on the site. Whilst clearly a more robust form, the use of recycled brick and a reverse gable roof form work to ensure the development responds to the residential character of the secondary street.
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The arrangement of the dwellings was heavily influenced by Council’s requirements who opposed a scheme that initially sought to remove driveways and have all dwellings accessed via a shared driveway. As a result, the dwelling footprint was increased whilst maintaining the original architectural language.
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The building was setback from Mason Street to open the public realm and create a spillover space for a ground level cafe; whilst ensuring a viewline to the adjoining heritage was improved.
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Team:
Architects: Blur Architecture
Photographer: Dylan James
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