Great Oaks, Basildon Modular Build
This project encompasses the development of 245 build-to-rent residential dwellings, strategically located on a plot with frontage onto Broadmayne to the North and Great Oaks to the South, just North of Basildon Town Centre. The scheme leverages state-of-the-art modular construction techniques, based on the renowned SIBS system widely used throughout Scandinavia. The entire structure from the first floor up is fabricated offsite and delivered as a series of stacking modules, significantly reducing construction times and enhancing efficiency and sustainability.
Our architectural design pays homage to Basildon’s rich modernist heritage while incorporating contemporary elements. It is characterised by strong geometry, textural elements and intricate patterning, with the integration of artwork as a key design feature. The façade uses a lightweight cladding system that complements the modular framing, creating a visually striking and functionally efficient structure.
Addressing the unique setting of the site, which is surrounded by roads on all sides, we’ve implemented innovative solutions to create a new private amenity space at the heart of the scheme. The building massing forms a raised courtyard, defined on three sides, with an elevated podium covering residential parking at ground level. This design provides a landscaped amenity for residents, open to natural light and offering a continuation of main pedestrian access from the new town.
The amenity spaces incorporate a thoughtful mix of features, combining hard and soft landscaping to create dedicated viewing areas, well-defined corridors, and integrated play spaces. This careful attention to the outdoor environment ensures that residents can enjoy a variety of communal areas that enhance their living experience.
