St Botolph’s, Colchester

A new cultural quarter

Mixed-use development in the St Botolph’s area of Colchester creates a dynamic inner-city district to complement the Vinoly Visual Arts Facility.

Colchester has a rich history, with ancient sites including St Botolph’s Priory and the extensive remains of the city’s Roman Wall. FLACQ’s response is a design that utilizes local materials and extends the urban grain.

The development includes 130 residential units, shops, bars, cafes, arts studios, a boutique hotel and a new public open space.

The environmental strategy maximizes daylight and uses recycled and local materials. Solar collectors on the south facing roofs are combined with a bio-fuels energy centre.

Client: Countryside Properties
Stages: A-C
Value: £75M

Shortlisted Architect / Developer bid