Better Buildings

CASE STUDY 9 Derwenthorpe

York

The first phase of Derwenthorpe (64 houses of an eventual 540) is the outcome of a long-term vision, conceived and sustained by an exceptional client, the Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JHRT). Derwenthorpe aims to become a vibrant and supportive mixed-tenure community by providing high-quality, energy-efficient and well-managed homes – an exemplar that can be replicated by other housing providers.

Overview

The project’s ambitions sought to establish best-practice benchmarks in place-making; sustainable transport; landscaping and ecology; and in community building in addition to the more commonplace energy and ...