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A row of two modern detached houses in a suburban setting, both with red-tiled roofs and white upper walls. The house on the left features rooftop solar panels, while the house on the right includes a small first-floor balcony with glass railings. Each home has a brick-clad ground floor, large windows, and landscaped front gardens with shrubs and young trees. A paved footpath runs in front, bordered by grass and framed by clear blue skies. The scene suggests an eco-conscious, family-friendly neighbourhood.

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We partner with housing associations and local authorities to deliver much needed retirement communities across the south east. Using a policy-compliant, tenure-blind level of housing provision. We build to the same high-quality and external finish as our private homes.

What areretirement communities?

A retirement community is a place designed for people later in life who want to live independently, with help close by if needed. These homes are made with comfort, safety, and ease in mind. Often they have step-free access, lifts, and energy-efficient features.

Living in a retirement community means being part of a friendly neighbourhood with others at a similar stage of life. Many have shared spaces like gardens, lounges, or cafés, and offer optional care or support services if and when you need them.

It’s all about having the right home, in the right place, for this next chapter of life.

A spacious, sunlit communal room with wooden floors and large curtained windows. The space features clusters of wooden tables surrounded by green and grey upholstered chairs, arranged to encourage social interaction. Framed artwork, table lamps, and soft natural lighting create a warm, inviting atmosphere suggestive of a residential lounge or community centre.

Ledian Gardens,Maidstone

2023-2025

Ledian Gardens is a retirement community located in Maidstone, Kent. This phase two scheme provides high-quality apartments and maisonettes, with two cottages, all available for private rent.

Homes feature energy-efficient heating systems and sustainable construction methods. Most notably, heating is provided by way of ground source heat pumps.

Inspired Villages
  • 47 retirement homes

    High-quality apartments and maisonettes, with two cottages, all available for private rent.

  • Energy efficient homes

    Homes feature energy-efficient heating systems including ground source heat pumps.

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A row of two modern detached houses in a suburban setting, both with red-tiled roofs and white upper walls. The house on the left features rooftop solar panels, while the house on the right includes a small first-floor balcony with glass railings. Each home has a brick-clad ground floor, large windows, and landscaped front gardens with shrubs and young trees. A paved footpath runs in front, bordered by grass and framed by clear blue skies. The scene suggests an eco-conscious, family-friendly neighbourhood.
A two-story residential house with a red-tiled roof and a mixed brick and stone facade. A bay window features prominently on the ground floor, and a chimney rises from the roof. In front of the house, a stone wall bears a shield emblem and the text “Ledian Gardens,” indicating the property’s name or development.
A modern, open-plan living and dining space featuring a round glass dining table set for four, with elegant tableware and a floral centerpiece. The adjoining living area includes a large sofa with blue and pink cushions, warm ambient lighting, and a side table with lamps and decorative accents. In the background, a contemporary kitchen is partially visible, adding to the cohesive and inviting atmosphere of the room.
A modern residential complex featuring white façades with warm brick accents and red-tiled roofs. Rooftop solar panels suggest a focus on sustainability. The buildings include balconies, expansive windows, and are surrounded by neatly maintained green spaces with small trees. In the foreground, a sign reads “GLORIETTE AVENUE” and “LE MOTE PLACE,” indicating the development’s location and name. The overall atmosphere is clean, contemporary, and community-oriented.
A dusk scene of a modern residential street featuring several detached houses with white and brown exteriors, pitched roofs fitted with solar panels, and warm ambient lighting. Trees line the paved driveways, subtly illuminated by street lamps and decorative lights, creating a serene, energy-efficient atmosphere that reflects sustainable suburban living. There are no visible people, vehicles, or movement, enhancing the calmness of the setting.
A row of modern, semi-detached houses with red-tiled roofs and solar panels, lining a clean, paved residential street. The façades feature a mix of white and brown finishes, large front-facing windows, and planted young trees along the pavement, evoking a sense of sustainable, community-focused living.
A modern residential street with black-clad, red-roofed houses—some featuring rooftop solar panels—lined along a gently curving, paved road. The foreground house, enclosed by a brick wall, has white-framed windows and a contemporary façade. Bollards and small patches of greenery border the pavement under a cloudy sky, creating a calm suburban atmosphere.
A contemporary open-plan living and dining room with a bright, inviting atmosphere. In the foreground, a white sofa with patterned cushions faces a wooden coffee table, adorned with decorative items. A green armchair adds contrast, positioned beside a wooden sideboard displaying houseplants and a lamp. A vibrant geometric rug anchors the seating area. To the rear, a circular dining table with pink upholstered chairs sits near large windows dressed with light curtains, allowing daylight to flood in. Framed artwork, modern lighting, and soft wood tones contribute to a stylish, comfortable interior.
Modern residential building with white cladding, red-tiled roof, and rooftop solar panels. In the foreground, a small landscaped garden features varied plants and a wooden bench, suggesting a communal or private outdoor space. The building includes multiple windows and a balcony, hinting at comfortable, energy-efficient living within a housing development.
Modern residential street with brick and white-sided houses, some featuring rooftop solar panels. A white car is parked on the roadside, and the foreground includes a landscaped path bordered by small trees and neatly trimmed bushes, evoking a calm and sustainable suburban atmosphere.

Grants Hill House,Uckfield

Grants Hill House was originally a Local Authority-owned housing scheme, which was no longer fit for purpose and therefore proposed for redevelopment. The scheme featured 65 apartments and two cottages for social rent.

The project followed Housing our Ageing Population Panel for Innovation (HAPPI) Design principles. It considers housing that offers an attractive alternative to the family home, and the ability to adapt over time to meet changing needs.

2020 Housing Design award winner
  • 65 retirement apartments

    Apartments and two cottages for social rent.

  • Following key design principles

    The project followed Housing our Ageing Population Panel for Innovation (HAPPI) Design principles.

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A three-storey modern residential building constructed with light brown brick, featuring large windows, private balconies, and a sloped roof with skylights. In the foreground, a circular landscaped garden with concentric stone paths, shallow water features, and trimmed greenery is enclosed by a low wooden fence. The surrounding lawn and trees create a peaceful, community-focused atmosphere.
A manicured rectangular lawn bordered by paved walkways, framed by modern buildings with large windows and red roofs; a staircase leads to a smaller structure on the right, beneath a lightly clouded sky.
Bright, modern corridor in a healthcare or senior living facility featuring light wood flooring, soft green walls, and a cosy seating area with green upholstered chairs and a loveseat. A floor lamp and a framed portrait above the loveseat add warmth. The corridor extends into the distance with handrails on both sides and framed artwork along the walls, leading to glass doors at the far end, suggesting a safe, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed environment.
A spacious, sunlit communal room with wooden floors and large curtained windows. The space features clusters of wooden tables surrounded by green and grey upholstered chairs, arranged to encourage social interaction. Framed artwork, table lamps, and soft natural lighting create a warm, inviting atmosphere suggestive of a residential lounge or community centre.
CGI of a modern residential complex featuring multiple brick buildings with red-tiled roofs and spacious balconies. The structures are surrounded by lush green lawns, mature trees, and paved walkways where a few people are walking. Several parked cars line the driveways, and the scene is lit by a bright, partly cloudy sky—conveying a peaceful, well-maintained suburban environment.
CGI of a modern residential complex featuring beige brick buildings with red-tiled roofs and large windows. The buildings are arranged in a uniform style around neatly trimmed green lawns and hedges. The clear sky with sparse clouds suggests a calm, sunny day.
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We build strategic partnerships that last, built on a shared vision of what housebuilding should be. Choose us for a quality product designed and built to outlast your investment cycle, while standing the test of time.

A newly built two-story brick affordable home with solar panels on the roof, surrounded by a landscaped garden with blooming white flowers. A paved walkway leads to the entrance, and a curved road runs alongside the property. In the background, additional houses of similar modern design indicate a newly developed neighbourhood focused on sustainability.
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Everyone deserves a home they can be proud of. That’s why our affordable homes are built to the same high standard as private homes with no compromise on design, construction materials or care.

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Every development we build – and every piece of strategic land we own – reflects our commitment to quality and attention to detail.​ Nothing is overlooked. Everything is carefully considered.

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