A mixed-use development with 50 homes on the edge of Poringland.

The design envisaged a modern development that connects to the open landscape beyond, as opposed to closing off from it, which typical cul-de-sacs tend to do.

The key was the road layout and positioning of the public open space, giving the design a strong character.

The houses are now nearly all completed, and whilst details of the design have been altered, that sense of connection has come through demonstrating the importance of having a clear 'vision' at the outset.

(project lead, while at Hudson Architects)