Hemel Hempstead Former Gasworks

Across the development, there are four different home topologies which are a mix of traditional homes and contemporary apartments to suit all. These create a visually varied and interesting site. We have chosen materials and used a colour palette inspired by local vernacular – traditional, Chilterns wood-fired, orange brick and softer toned, yellow / beige brick, typical of Georgian houses in the area.

The homes along London Road integrate into the surrounding existing community, with gable ends which are a common feature of the surrounding homes.

The composition of the Pavilion Buildings represents ‘stepping stones’ from the lower London Road homes to the taller Cornerstone Buildings to the south. Balconies offer magnificent views over Boxmoor Heath. There is a subtle contrast in colour choices for the materials chosen, which creates a calm backdrop to the development.

The Cornerstone Buildings are the tallest buildings in the development, offering modern, contemporary apartments. Each of these buildings comprises of two blocks, the shorter being two storeys lower than the higher, which breaks down the massing of the buildings and defines the character spaces of the development.

The homes along Stratford Way retain the character of the rest of the development, whilst being sympathetic to the existing homes further down the street. The height of this terrace is in keeping with the street and with beautiful gardens, these homes are an attractive addition.