Walton Children's Home

THE PROJECT

The project comprised the redevelopment of the vacant site on Ashley Road. It included the new build construction of a Children’s Home and No Wrong Door Annex. The construction utilised a Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) system to help make it more energy efficient. SIP panels deliver unrivalled insulation and airtightness, which reduces energy costs over the building’s lifetime.

Building this new home means that children in SCC’s care will not be placed in homes out of the borough allowing them to rebuild their lives in the community they are familiar with. The new building will accommodate four residents in a homely atmosphere.

CHALLENGES

• The site offered very limited space, which required careful planning and coordination. 
• Arborists closely monitored the area due to the presence of Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs).
• Access to the site was restricted, necessitating precise logistics.
• No on-site storage was available, so materials had to be delivered just-in-time.
• Complex utility connections were required within the roadway.
• Parking was unavailable, adding further logistical challenges.
• The project involved a new specification tailored to the requirements of both the Council and end users.
• There were numerous changes throughout the project, which required adaptability and ongoing communication.