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Thursday, 02 June 2011 08:30 |
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The transformation of Preistman Point on the Bow Cross Estate, in Tower Hamlets has been given high recognition by the capital’s Building Control experts.
Swan Housing Association’s regeneration of the landmark east London tower block, was the overall winner in the category for the Best Social and Affordable Housing Project 2010-11 at the prestigious London District Surveyors Association (LDSA) Awards.
The Priestman Point refurbishment is part of a 10 year regeneration of the Crossways Estate in Bow (also known as Bow Cross) which will provide 385 new homes and 295 refurbished homes by 2014.
The change in the area has been dramatic giving a tangible positive atmosphere. Previously the area was prone to vandalism, arson and other crime resulting in no-go areas.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 02 June 2011 08:49 |
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Friday, 15 April 2011 09:31 |
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We have been looking into ways of saving residents money. One idea is through solar panels on the roofs of some of our homes. The people in those homes will get free electricity generated from the solar panels. It won’t necessarily be all the electricity they need, but we hope to reduce their fuel bills by around 40%, saving them about £300 per year. It’s good for the environment too as solar electricity is a completely green, renewable energy source and doesn't release any harmful carbon dioxide (CO2) or other pollutants into the atmosphere. We will run a pilot scheme on the Sunnedon Estate in Basildon in March. If successful, we plan to fit other homes with solar panels around July. |
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Thursday, 14 April 2011 00:00 |
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Swan have been selected by Tower Hamlets Council and the Homes and Communities Agency as the preferred development partner to regenerate the Blackwall Reach area in Poplar. There is a real need for more social housing in this area and we will be building new affordable homes over the next 10 years. |
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Last Updated on Friday, 15 April 2011 09:01 |
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