Perry Barr Residential Scheme provides sustainable homes as part of a new high-quality development on the site of the old Birmingham City University north campus as part of the wider Perry Barr Regeneration Programme. We worked on the urban design, transport and civil engineering aspects of the project as part of a wider team led by Project Managers Arcadis on behalf of Birmingham City Council.
Phase One delivered 968 new homes with a mix of tenures to meet local housing need. The design was centred around principles of environmental sustainability and community cohesion through shared public spaces, tree lined streets and a matured community green at its heart.
Designing out from this focal point allowed the introduction of elements that work both as standalone features, and as part of wider city-wide infrastructure networks – whether active travel routes for cyclists and walkers, public transport links for quick connections to other locations, or access to green space for residents.
The scheme also includes commercial space, a linear park, a secondary school and sixth form, and retention of a locally listed building and sports centre.
In recognition of the importance of the scheme as a catalyst for the wider regeneration of Perry Barr, financial support has been secured for the council-led scheme from central government (£165 million) and the West Midlands Combined Authority (£20 million).
We assisted the client with a combination of our services including transport advice, civil engineering, placemaking, public realm and highways design guidance. Our collaborative approach, alongside our close working relationships with the extended team, helped deliver a smooth path towards completion.
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