Going beyond new homes to transform an estate and improve the quality of life of a whole community
The Alton Estate is an iconic social housing estate famed for its brutalist architecture and spectacular setting next to Richmond Park. The London Borough of Wandsworth envisioned a regeneration worthy of the estate’s original post-World War II ideals: improving residents’ life chances, health, and wellbeing, as well as the area’s housing choices and socioeconomic infrastructure. The Borough engaged us as part of the team to help realize their vision.
We provided a full spread of planning, environmental, development economics, and architectural services and delivered a holistic approach to shaping the regeneration proposals. Alongside new homes, the team knew that community facilities would be at the heart of achieving the scheme and bringing residents together. In addition to new public green space and a village square, the team transformed non-residential areas into a new library, healthcare facilities, youth services, community hall, children’s center and nursery, and flexible commercial space.
The resulting development completely revitalised the local center for Roehampton and its residents.
At a Glance
- Offices
- Client
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- London Borough of Wandsworth
Matthew Chard, Landscape Director
I aim to enhance sense of place and reinforce local identity so that communities value these spaces and are proud to live within them.
Paul Joslin, Architectural Director
A social purpose lies at the heart of all great design, and it is that purpose that we look to find at the start of each new project.
Justin Kenworthy, Planning Director
As a planner, I believe we are shaping our future when developing sites—we’re leaving behind a legacy of our vision.
Greg Mahon, Landscape Planning, Associate Director
The best solutions are those that truly understand the heart of a matter, fostering positivity, creativity, and practicality at every turn.
Debbie Mayes, Development Economics Associate Director
I believe development should deliver social and economic value to the communities it impacts.
Gary Stevens, Planning Director
With a passion for helping to create great places to live and work, I strive to secure positive outcomes for clients and local communities.
Lucy Wood, UK Climate Solutions Leader
Collaborating with talented, creative colleagues motivates me. Together, we find business opportunities in tackling society’s challenges.
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