36 PROJECT REPORT


ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS As with most modern developments, sustainability formed an important driver for the project. The site is located within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, so a delicate approach to the landscaping was crucial. “We implemented an empathetic landscape-led approach to the design,” O’Hare says. “Environmental considerations were prioritised at every phase, from design through to construction and operation.” There were a lot of mature trees on the site and these were retained as much as possible – “It’s really good when you see the end product,” he says. The site features a lot of green space, with walkways and paths throughout to encourage residents to utilise the space and socialise. “It’s very much designed to create a community, with allotments to allow people to garden and maintain outdoor activities. ”


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SUSTAINABILITY Wycliffe Park has achieved a BREEAM Very Good rating. The design measures that contributed to this partly stemmed from a focus on climate change adaptation. Both thermal comfort within the blocks and clubhouse, and the measures taken for minimising flood risk, were designed with an allowance for the possible impact of future climate change. Local air quality benefits were maximised with no NOx systems specified, and low flow fittings were specified for water outlets resulting in a 25% reduction in water use against the BRE baseline. Reducing carbon was a priority from the outset, so through careful planning the site was connected early on to the grid, and a renewable energy tariff procured. “Two temporary building supplies were installed which provided the site with 2.096 MW of 100% renewable electricity,” O’Hare explains.


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