Mixed use development in Hackney, London

This mixed-use development comprises the construction of two new buildings positioned above a shared basement level, creating a carefully considered scheme that brings together residential, commercial and community uses within a cohesive architectural development.

The first building incorporates a dedicated Place of Worship at lower level, providing an important community facility as an integral part of the overall development. The design has been developed to successfully accommodate the specific requirements of the Place of Worship while maintaining an appropriate relationship with the residential accommodation above and the surrounding urban context.

The second building incorporates a commercial unit alongside residential accommodation, contributing to a diverse mix of uses and helping to create an active and sustainable development. The arrangement of the buildings has been carefully considered to maximise the potential of the site while providing a high-quality environment for residents, visitors and users of the commercial and community spaces.

Overall, the development delivers 15 new residential dwellings, providing much-needed new homes as part of a wider mixed-use regeneration strategy. The residential layouts have been designed to make efficient use of the available space while prioritising natural daylight, functionality, privacy and the quality of the internal living environment.

The architectural design responds to the scale, character and urban context of the surrounding area, with careful consideration given to the overall massing, building proportions, external appearance and relationship between the proposed buildings and neighbouring properties. The scheme aims to achieve a contemporary architectural character while remaining sensitive to its local setting.

A key part of the design process involved coordinating the different uses within the development and ensuring that the residential, commercial and community spaces could operate successfully alongside one another. Access, circulation, servicing and the relationship between public and private areas were therefore considered from the early stages of the project.

The development also incorporates secure cycle parking and associated landscaping, supporting sustainable modes of transport and improving the quality of the external environment. The landscaping strategy helps soften the built form, enhance the setting of the new buildings and create more attractive external spaces for residents and visitors.

Sustainability and long-term functionality have also informed the design approach, with the development seeking to make efficient use of an urban site while providing a balanced combination of new homes, commercial accommodation and community facilities.

The result is a comprehensive mixed-use residential development that combines 15 new homes, commercial space and a Place of Worship within a coordinated architectural scheme. Through careful planning, architectural design and integration of landscaping and cycle facilities, the project seeks to deliver a high-quality and sustainable addition to the local built environment.