Artists perspective of the gateway identity of the proposed development
The curved forms echo the sails of boats on the marina
Sustainable facade solutions were investigated for the southren aspect
Year: 2008
Client: Radley Homes
Project Status: Unbuilt
Budget: £10m
In 2006 Nick Baker Architects (NBA) were commissioned by developer Radley Homes to prepare a feasibility study for the brownfield dockland site on Cliff Road, Ipswich.
Due to its prominent location NBA carried out a detailed urban analysis in consultation with Ipswich Borough Council. Previously considered as an “edge” development site analysis identified the location to be a “gateway” into the rapidly rejuvenated Ipswich Docklands and Marina.
This new prominence enabled proposals to take on a renewed identity with the planners considering innovative massing and increase building height.
The project was designed to provide a mixed use scheme with student accommodation on the upper floors and retail at the lower levels.
Artists perspective of the gateway identity of the proposed development
The curved forms echo the sails of boats on the marina
Sustainable facade solutions were investigated for the southren aspect