War Widows Guild — Downs Street

Partnering with Blox from the earliest stages, Tomkins managed design development, documentation and the full approvals process as part of a 48-week Design and Construct contract. This early-stage involvement allowed the project team to influence buildability outcomes and manage programme risk before construction commenced.

The approved design centres on an internal atrium void that runs the full height of the building, with open corridors on each level connecting residents’ units to the shared space. The configuration provides natural cross-flow ventilation to every unit and creates a sense of openness within a compact residential footprint. Tiled raised planters with established tropical plantings at ground level and glazed balustrades on the upper walkways add amenity and visual quality to the circulation core.

Construction required disciplined programme management through a period of wet weather delays. The project team maintained coordination across trades and site conditions to recover programme and ultimately achieve practical completion 8 weeks ahead of the anticipated milestone — a result the client confirmed met all budget and quality expectations.

External balconies incorporate glass balustrades, louvred privacy screens and timber soffit linings. The ground-level communal courtyard features a steel pergola, composite decking and landscaped garden beds. The basement car park provides secure resident parking with accessible bays and full line marking.