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The Achievement
South London Family Housing Association wanted to create the maximum number of households from rehabilitating four derelict Victorian town houses, whilst retaining the original facade. Rehabilitation construction methods were assessed. The Housing Association found that utilising specialist contractors' knowledge and lightweight timber frame technology increased the number of households by 33% and reduced construction cost per bed space by £8,000.
Background
South London Family Housing Association wanted to rehabilitate four derelict town houses, 268 - 272 Queens Road, Lewisham that were originally built in 1890. The Housing Association's tender documentation was based on brick and block construction with the provision of six, one bedroom units and three, two bedroom units. Laing Housing Partnership (LHP) was able to offer the Association six one-bedroom units, one two-bedroom unit and five three-bedroom units utilising timber frame construction. This case study focuses on LHP's management approach to rehabilitated housing developments in order to add value to their client's project.
Evaluation of rehabilitation methods
Initially, the Housing Association invited tenders based on brick and block construction. Laing Housing Partnership duly completed the tender documentation. They also evaluated alternative construction solutions and undertook value management. It became apparent that lightweight timber frame solutions could add value to the client's project by optimising available space whilst retaining the Association's space standards. LHP then discussed how a timber frame solution could achieve South London Family Housing Association needs, but with added value.
Following an evaluation period, the contract was awarded to Laing Housing Partnership.
