Springfield Place

Bond Bryan is proud to play a pivotal role in the transformation of the former Springfield Library site into Springfield Place, a dynamic residential development for Maidstone Borough Council.

This £40m project revitalises a disused brownfield site into a sustainable and visually impactful community of 107 homes, incorporating innovative design, engineering excellence, and environmental considerations.

Our approach delivers a development that seamlessly integrates into Maidstone’s historic and urban context, meeting the needs of residents and the wider community. Through collaborative design, Bond Bryan is working with key partners to maximise the site’s potential while preserving visual connections to the Grade II listed Springfield House. The two carefully sculpted apartment blocks frame this iconic feature, creating a harmonious link between the past and present.

The 107 apartments, designed with tiered configurations and private balconies, provide comfortable and modern living spaces will be tailored to the needs of a diverse range of residents. A central plaza and accessible pathways will enhance connectivity and a strong sense of community. This project will not only deliver much needed housing but also enhance urban biodiversity and pedestrian access, contributing to a vibrant and sustainable neighbourhood.

The project will deliver significant positive impacts across social, economic, and environmental dimensions. By regenerating a disused brownfield site, it will provide high quality homes in a convenient urban location, with a central plaza and accessible landscaping that promote inclusivity and social cohesion. The £40 million investment will help stimulate local employment during construction and enhances the value of surrounding properties, contributing to Maidstone’s economic vitality.

Environmentally, the scheme will incorporate sustainable drainage systems, permeable paving, and biodiverse roofs, reducing flood risk and improving water quality. These measures collectively make a measurable difference in urban resilience and sustainability.

The use of reinforced concrete flat slabs and piled foundations will ensure a durable and resource efficient structure, with central cores providing both lateral stability and spatial efficiency while minimising material usage. Innovative sustainable drainage solutions will be in place, including green and blue roofs, enhance stormwater management, reduce flood risk, and support biodiversity.

This approach effectively limits water discharge to less than one litre per second per roof surface. By incorporating biodiverse roofs, enhanced woodland areas, and native tree planting, the project will prioritise ecological value and significantly reduce carbon impacts.