Progress at Fairglen is good with completion of the purchases for Plots 1, 2 and 3, and the completion of Plot 5 expected in the next couple of weeks. With further serious enquiries received for the remaining Northern row of plots, which are also nearing completion, this phased development has now moved on to the southern row of plots after securing good sales and receiving a good level of further enquiries.
These four new quality houses were designed by Lilly Lewarne for a wooded site on the outskirts of Truro, nestled between two listed buildings. The design of each individual dwelling has responded to and worked with the existing topography of the site, 3 of the houses will be of a split level in nature so as to reflect the level changes locally to them. All 4 houses are unique in design however the site has been considered as a whole with the same palette of natural materials used throughout. The largest house design has influences taken from the existing dwellings opposite, with an agricultural / courtyard experience, reflecting the character of its setting.
The overall aim was to provide quality traditional homes within walking distance of Truro City Centre combining fine detailing with home comforts.
Lilly Lewarne Architects, Truro, are excited to be involved with Dales Central Motor’s new all-purpose and up to date Vauxhall showroom and associated workshops in Scorrier, Cornwall. Work commenced on site earlier this month following the initial turf cutting ceremony by company directors Carolyn Peters and Dominic Cadge.
The new purpose built Vauxhall dealership and workshops will be situated on the opposite side of the A30 to Dales’ established SEAT, Renault and Dacia showrooms and will compliment Dales’ established presence in Cornwall.
Lilly Lewarne will continue following this project through to completion as Dales Central Motors’ Architect and Lead Designer.
Dales will be regularly updating the public on the progress they are making on site and some fantastic drone footage can be viewed on their official Facebook Page Dales Cornwall
Neil Dolley from Lilly Lewarne recently featured in an article in Premier Construction Magazine (click here for article) discussing our fantastic new project; 20 new Passivhaus Eco homes for Phase 2 of Fairglen in Hayle for Percy Williams & Sons Ltd
Construction on Phase 2 commenced in May 2016 with each terraced/semi-detached unit being constructed to meet full Passivhaus standards. Passivhaus was originally a German concept on Eco house construction that ultimately the aim is to achieve over 80% lower heating bills. Plots 1 and 2 are now nearing completion, for more information regarding the scheme and more in depth look visit their website Fairglen.
Lilly Lewarne also worked very closely with Ben Quinn at Cube Vision Studio to develop accurate computer generated depictions of the homes as featured here. The images ended up being so realistic they fooled many into thinking the scheme had already finished!
We have been working hard over the last few months to finalise plans for a new state of the-art leisure complex at The Headland in Newquay which has now been submitted for planning. The new building will be built on the old tennis courts and will encompass a new swimming pool, relaxation area, and external terrace that can be enjoyed all year round open to guests and locals alike. Our drawings and 3D visualisation walkthrough can be viewed at The Headland from 21st – 22nd March, 10am-8pm and any comments on the scheme are welcomed. For more info visit here: The Headland
Lilly Lewarne are pleased to be collaborating with Falmouth University and All Saints Church in Highertown, Truro for a new Community Hub. Architect Patrick Clark met with first and second year Architecture students last month to generate ideas, brief and design. Their initial ideas and proposals were exhibited at All Saints from Thursday, March 9th until Sunday March 12th.
It’s been a long journey and a massive effort but we are almost there! Contemporary house near St. Mawes – Designed and led by Lilly Lewarne Architects with P. Chapman Construction’s excellent attention to detail.
Lilly Lewarne are excited to be involved with the design and construction of the new birthing centre at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro. Work has now commenced on site with Kier as the framework contractor. The centre will provide 4 new state of the art suites complete with pools in order to cater for water births. Importantly the design of the new suites are primarily Midwife led units, aiming to provide a non-clinical homely environment for mums to make their experience as natural and comfortable as possible.
Lilly Lewarne are very pleased to announce that a replacement contemporary dwelling on the Roseland Penninsula has been granted planning approval after going to appeal. The proposals were originally turned down in April but LLA felt that the reasons for refusal were not justified and as such advised that this decision should be challenged. The report from the appeal committee summarised that…
“[the area has] relatively complex rooflines which do not maintain a particularly vernacular appearance. In this particular respect, the proposed mono-pitched roof would be consistent with the contemporary appearance of these neighbouring dwellings…[and] therefore conclude(s) that the proposed development [will] have an acceptable effect on the character and appearance of the Cornwall AONB”.
After a negative first round consultation with the local council this new state of the art Sports Hub for Falmouth School received support at the Falmouth Town Council this week. This facility will provide teaching spaces, a gymnasium, social interaction opportunities, high quality changing space and direct access to a state of the art 3G Pitch in line with FA standards. If approved by Cornwall Council this will be a superb community facility for decades to come promoting health and well being for all.
