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Planning Permission granted for Cambridge Street in Wolverhampton
BM3 are proud to announce that our design proposal for the former Springfield Brewery depot at Cambridge Street, Wolverhampton has received full planning permission.
Great collaboration with Keon Homes, the scheme will provide a total of 64 new dwellings, constructed using modern methods of construction (MMC), featuring 31 two-bed homes and 33 one and two-bed apartments. The site is opposite the Grade II listed Springfield Brewery and forms part of the brewery conservation area. Both the design and layout draw from the local industrial heritage and have been sympathetically developed to sit within the areas unique character and setting, providing much needed new homes and apartments.
Read more here: https://www.expressandstar.com/news/local-hubs/wolverhampton/2020/10/05/homes-plan-agreed-for-springfield-brewery-site-in-wolverhampton/
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Pucklechurch development crowned winner of LABC Awards
BM3 are very pleased that Oaktree Avenue, Pucklechurch has won the LABC awards for the Best Affordable New Housing Development.
The rural housing scheme in the village of Pucklechurch was completed in spring 2019 and provides eight flats and 12 homes for affordable rent.
Delivery of this project was a real team effort, many congratulations to everyone involved: Speller Metcalfe, LiveWest, South Gloucester District Council, Pucklechurch Parish Council.
Read more here: https://spellermetcalfe.com/pucklechurch-development-crowned-winner-of-labc-award/
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BM3 makes two new promotions
BM3 are delighted to announce that Andre Gardner and Gerry Ruiz have been promoted to Associates.
Andre successfully heads up our landscape team and has been an integral part of further developing this side of the practice. Gerry has almost twenty years of experience in Architecture and looks after a number of key Clients in the Midlands and Southwest.
We’d like to congratulate them both in their new roles and look forward to sharing in their continued success.
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BM3 appointed to Procure Partnerships Framework
We are delighted to announce that BM3 has been appointed to the Procure Partnerships Framework Professional Services Agreement to provide architectural, principal designer and landscape architecture services into various regions.
The Agreement runs from 2020-2024 and is split into 11 geographical regions. Suppliers provide Professional Services in 11 disciplines. Please read more information here: https://www.procurepartnerships.co.uk/the-procure-partnerships-framework-professional-services-agreement-launches/
We are proud our hard work has paid off, we very much looking forward to the future opportunities over the next 4 years!
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England
As we navigate the range of challenges brought about by the coronavirus pandemic, focusing on mental health and wellbeing at work is more important than ever before.
We have taken active steps to support our employees mental health, BM3’s Andrea Pattalis, Matthew Caulfield, Michele Wright and Tracy Bache have recently completed a MHFA England Mental Health First Aider course. The MHFA training enables them to support a colleague who might have mental health issues, raise awareness and understand how to look after their own wellbeing.
We want mental health to be openly discussed, reduce stigma and provide an extra layer of support to staff as they transition back to the new normal.
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Jaspal Johal - Promotion to Director
BM3 is delighted to announce that Jaspal Johal has been promoted to Director.
Jaspal has been an integral part of the London studio’s success, since its inception in 2010. He has played a major role in developing several long term collaborations with a number of our high profile clients. Jaspal has not only demonstrated an ability to manage large and complex residential projects, but also to nurture strong relationships with clients, consultants and staff.
As BM3 continues to grow and develop, we are excited to have Jaspal joining our team of directors.
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West of England LABC Building Excellence Awards 2020
We are delighted to announce that two of our schemes have been shortlisted in the following categories at the West of England LABC Building Excellence Awards 2020;
-Best Social or Affordable New Housing Development: Oaktree Avenue, Pucklechurch, South Gloucestershire (Image credit to Speller Metcalfe).
-Best Social or Affordable New Housing Development: Westminster Road, Kidderminster, Worcester.
-Best Small New Housing Development: Westminster Road, Kidderminster, Worcester.
Well done to all involved!
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BM3 - Planning Consultant Services
Birmingham City Council’s Development Management in Birmingham Document (DMB), submission documents and supporting documents were submitted to the Ministry for Homes, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) for examination on 17 July 2020.
Once adopted, the DMB will provide detailed policies to help determine planning applications and development decisions across the whole City, supporting the strategic policies in the Birmingham Development Plan which was adopted in January 2017. To discuss how the DMB might impact your proposals get in touch on 0121 633 0000 or email jeremyh@bm3.co.uk
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Cambridge Street in Wolverhampton
We are pleased to be working with Keon Homes on the Cambridge Street site in Wolverhampton.
The proposal is for a mix of 31 two bed houses and 33 one and two bed apartments for Wise Living. The site is opposite the Grade II listed Springfield Brewery and as such the scheme draws from the local heritage and has been carefully designed to sit sympathetically within its unique setting.
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Birmingham's Lyndhurst Estate regeneration wins the RICS Social Impact Award 2020
BM3 are delighted that Lyndhurst Estate regeneration in Erdington, Birmingham has won the RICS Social Impact Award for the West Midlands this month.
The £50m regeneration comprised the construction of circa 300 new homes to rent and buy.
Many congratulations to everyone involved: BMHT, Birmingham City Council, Arcadis United Kingdom, Vistry Partnerships, Kier Living, Patrick Parsons.
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COVID-19 - Working from home update No 2
Working from home update, round 2! It’s business as usual, BM3 has regular virtual catch-up meetings to ensure business continuity and for projects to run smoothly. It’s also important to promote a fun work environment, last Thursday night we organised a pub quiz via zoom, team spirit still continues behind the scenes. Many congratulations to the winning team: James, Jessica, Ben, Marcello and Leena.
Huge thanks to the ongoing support from our IT team.
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Planning Permission granted for Swan Lane
BM3 are pleased to announce that in partnership with Rooftop Housing Group have gained planning permission for Swan Lane in Evesham.
The proposal comprises 27 apartments for affordable rent created in one two-storey and one three-storey building. A total of 27 car parking spaces will also be created while a number of commercial buildings, which are currently vacant, will be knocked down.
Looking forward to seeing this scheme move forward.
Read more: https://www.insidermedia.com/news/midlands/affordable-town-centre-flats-voted-through
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Work is starting up again on our Aston Clinton site in Buckinghamshire
We're delighted that work is starting up again on our Aston Clinton site in Buckinghamshire.
BM3 has successfully gained consent for the reserved matters for all three phases of development for Taylor Wimpey North Thames. The scheme comprises 386 new dwellings and provides a mix of one and two bedroom apartments, together with two, three, four and five bedroom family homes.
Phase 1 comprises 132 new homes for shared ownership, private sale and affordable rent. The scheme provides a permeable layout, which encourages connectivity with the surrounding area. The scheme respectfully faces onto an Ancient Scheduled Monument and Heritage Park. This is a retained landscape asset with a public right of way running through the green space.
The development itself has been thoughtfully designed to provide a number of open public spaces including a wetland park, and areas of landscaped green space. The site also provides access to nearby walking routes including the Grand Union Canal. Purpose-built play areas (LEAP & NEAP) are integrated into the public open space, which provides a safe and fun space for children of varying ages.
In addition to the planning work, Bm3 is also providing post planning services including working drawings and site support for the scheme.
We're excited to see the project progress.
Find out more here: https://www.taylorwimpey.co.uk/find-your-home/england/buckinghamshire/aylesbury/aston-reach
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COVID-19 - Working from home update
Here is a little peek of our home offices.
As a company we have procedures in place that allow us to adjust to the ongoing recommendations with minimal interruption to production. BM3 is attending meetings and events virtually and we are contactable via email and the usual phone numbers.
Huge thanks to the ongoing support from our IT team.
Stay well and stay safe.
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COVID-19 - Working from home
As from today we have decided to temporally close our offices for the next coming weeks to safeguard the well-being of our staff. BM3 has regular virtual catch-up meetings to ensure business continuity and for projects to run smoothly. We are available to answer any queries over the phone, video and email. Huge thanks to the ongoing support from our IT team. Stay safe.
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COVID-19 - Business Continuity
You all will be aware of the impact that the COVID-19 outbreak has had on people and business across the UK and beyond. Our highest priority is to all of our employees, clients and partners, and we can confirm that both BM3 offices in Birmingham and London will remain fully operational during this time.
Our offices have been fully enabled and tested for remote working to ensure complete continuity for all of our services. As we all have seen, the COVID-19 situation is highly dynamic to which we will provide further updates on our website as things develop.