THIS AWARD IS FOR THE BEST DEVELOPMENT OF ANY SIZE IN THE SOUTH OF ENGLAND (FOR THE PURPOSES OF THIS CATEGORY – BELOW BIRMINGHAM). A HIGHLY COMPETITIVE MARKETPLACE WHERE THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW HOMES IS INCREASING, THIS AWARD RECOGNISES AN EXCEPTIONAL RANGE OF NEW HOMES THAT STANDS OUT FROM THE CROWD WHILE REMAINING ACCESSIBLE TO FIRST TIME BUYERS. Best New Dev opment in the South
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ABRI | THE OLD BREWERY
The Old Brewery is a collection of shared ownership homes on the historic Ashton Gate Brewery site. Developed and brought to market by Abri, it is a collection of 107 one, two and three bedroom shared ownership apartments with prices starting from £89,250 for a 35% share. In total, 98 homes are available with shared ownership and nine for social rent, supported by grant funding from Homes England. The exciting new mixed-use development has seen the complete transformation of the former brownfield site into a stylish range of contemporary and energy-efficient homes nestled in the heart of Southville. As well as offering residential living for aspiring homeowners, The Old Brewery will include a landscaped courtyard and will bring new commercial spaces to the area, with plans for local businesses to open their doors in early 2025, adding to the thriving independent retail offerings on North Street. Ideally located in the heart of Bristol, it is just a stone throw from the Greville Smyth Park and conveniently located for travel links to Birmingham, Exeter and Cardiff.
GUINNESS HOMES | LYON QUARTER
Guinness Homes’ Lyon Quarter development brings a stylish and contemporary range of studio, one, two and three bedroom homes to Brighton & Hove. These shared ownership properties are designed with first time buyers in mind, from the spacious modern interiors and private balconies or terraces, to the development’s communal podium gardens and easy 15-minute walk to Brighton beach. Combining the best of city and coastal living, Lyon Quarter residents can enjoy all that Brighton & Hove has to offer, from its renowned music scene to its array of independent shops and restaurants. With excellent local schools and fast transport links to London within an hour for commuting or leisure, this development offers a stylish and affordable solution to get more first time buyers on the property ladder in a highly desirable location.
SO RESI | SO RESI BRACKNELL
Designated a New Town in 1949, Bracknell has flourished into a Home Counties utopia and one of the commuter belt’s most desirable locations. SO Resi Bracknell is an exceptional offering – a 100% affordable development comprising 126 one and two bedroom shared ownership and 67 affordable rent apartments. SO Resi has transformed the site of two disused office blocks into exemplary town centre living, close to the regenerated shopping centre and railway station. All homes include a private balcony or terrace, car and cycle parking, and access to a central courtyard garden. Buyers can choose from a mix of interior layouts, designed to make the most of natural light, with spacious open-plan living areas. To ease the costs of furnishing a home, each apartment at SO Resi Bracknell includes integrated Zanussi appliances, fitted bathrooms, Venetian blinds and flooring throughout. Prices start from £81,000 for a 30% share of a one bedroom apartment.
READERS’ AWARDS buyer
108 First Time Buyer June/July 2024
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