The design creates a series of differing buildings facing the street, to create rich visual variety and a mixed grain. The previous County Court on the site was a locally listed building and had a significant street presence. The design of the housing that replaces it echoes many key characteristics, brick colour and dominant eaves line, to keep the contribution of its townscape features, while building new to allow for better homes.

Elements of the existing building, such as the decorative stonework and metalwork are incorporated, together with the reclaimed dressed stone from the façade. We worked with a heritage consultant to ensure that these proposals sat well with the adjacent Trinity Church Square Conservation Area.

The building at the end of the street has a prominent position facing the park and turns the corner with two equally significant facades. A golden two storey set back celebrates the top and helps set it apart from the base.