Reardon Court, a newly built extra care accommodation scheme in Winchmore Hill, Enfield has won ‘Construction Project of the Year’ at the Procure Partnerships Frameworks’ National Project Excellence Awards.
Led by Enfield Council, Reardon Court is a truly unique form of affordable housing, specifically designed to aid independent living for residents aged over 55 years.
This project, which has been a close collaboration between the Council’s housing and adult social care teams, will provide 70 one- and two-bedroom accessible and adaptable, self-contained homes with tailored care options, including 24-hour on-site care.
In addition, the design of Reardon Court ensures the residents have ample communal space, to help foster social interactions, activities, and bring a sense of community.
The award ceremony, which took place on 19 September, highlights industry best practice and excellence for projects delivered under the ‘Procure Partnerships Framework’. The Construction Project award was received by the project’s main contractor, GRAHAM.
Commenting on the award, Enfield Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing, Cllr Ayten Guzel, said:
“It is a real honour for an Enfield Council scheme to be recognized with such a prestigious award. It is testament to the important relationships forged by the Council and demonstrates how we are addressing the housing needs of the borough.
“In response to the national housing crisis, the Council is investing £1 billion in more, sustainable, and better homes, for a wide range of needs. We are committed to an ambitious, yet progressive, building programme.
“Reardon Court offers a fully inclusive and disability conscious design whilst closely adhering to our ‘Ageing Population for Innovation’ principles, prioritizing residents’ wellbeing. Enfield Council’s target is to deliver many thousands of new affordable homes, for a whole range of different needs, across the borough over forthcoming years.”
As well as maximising housing opportunities, the Reardon Court scheme has incorporated a green and sustainable design philosophy, with more than 100 solar photovoltaic panels installed on the roof, alongside sustainable drainage systems to help with rainwater management. Underfloor heating and hot water monitored by Enfield Council’s wholly owned district heating company, Energetik, also helps to lower energy bills for residents, whilst reducing the impact of climate change to the planet.
The project has been supported with funding from the Mayor of London.
An official launch of Reardon Court will take place this autumn to welcome its newest residents to their home. - Ends
Courtyard area at Reardon Court
Cllr Guzel and two council officers inside one of the Reardon Court homes
