
Lead member:
Barratt Developments Advance Housing Limited
RSL:
Midsummer Housing Association
Other partners:
HTA Architects
Terrapin International - joint venture with Advance Housing Limited
Specialist supply chain in place for materials, components and accessories
Judges' comments:
Competent and convincing, and responded carefully to the local design code. A confident product that can respond to local requirements.
Proposed construction method:
Advance Housing (production facility)
Modular pods and panels (light steel frame including windows, doors and insulation)
Factory pods for bathrooms and kitchens are fully fitted
Project features of note:
Prototype three-bedroom £60K house already built at factory
Design based on invisible standardisation and external customisation with a choice of finishes and "clip-ons"
Strong continuous streetscape solution