Initial Concept & Design

The Community Village is being developed by Golden Bricks Ltd. The property developers have a track record of completed investment portfolios including luxury hotel, The Ladbrooke in Digbeth, Birmingham. This current proposed initial design concept has been designed by Venturi Architects, well known for innovation and cutting edge design.

The Community Village will comprise 1, 2 and 3 bed modern apartments. This new residential community will comprise 83 (1-3-bed) homes over six storeys, including 50% affordable housing. The proposed development will give priority to energy efficient design.

The architects when planning the site have taken into account factors such as environmental, biodiversity of the plots of land, heritage factors – to ensure that the final design is compliant with legislative provisions. There has also been an appraisal of ecological considerations and appraisal. The development will provide a haven for increase in biodiversity because of the architectural design which includes green spaces.

Sustainability factors include sustainable drainage and recycling facilities. Communal terraces and courtyards will be landscaped. The planters will form an integrated irrigation and drainage system for recycling of graywater. There are also sustainable transport routes and access-ways including dedicated cycle parking spaces.

The aesthetically pleasing exterior facade of the Community Village blends seamlessly, into the Jewellery Quarter’s Industrial and Architectural legacy and current status as a world leader in fine jewellery makers. There will be a ratio of affordable housing in the Village, Retail opportunities and parking for residents.

Other notable features of the Community Village include:

• 50% affordability – tenure and mix to be decided.
• Playful ground level arches
• Living accommodation across the first to six floors
• Ground floor dedicated to waste/ recycling/ storage/ 58 cars/12EV/ 100 cycles
• To be built in red brick with red aluminium window frames
• A range of communal, shared, and private amenity spaces, including communal terraces, courtyards, and vegetable gardens at level 1; private terraces to 2-5; and a communal terrace at roof level
• 100 prefabricated sensory planters with carefully chosen plants to grow up to 5m in height and diameter will form a key part of the building structure (replacing balustrades)
• Integrated irrigation and sustainable drainage system.

Concept & Design

Golden Bricks Estate Ltd is excited to launch its plans for a Community of 83 (Eighty-Three) Residential luxury apartments spread over 6 (six) levels with a ratio of affordable housing. The Development will also provide associated access and parking to Residents.

At the same time, the developer Golden Bricks Ltd will carry out restoration and preservation work on land at Albion Place, a Georgian building comprising 2 floors (see photo below), to retain the cultural heritage of the building. They will sensitively bring back to life this beautiful piece of architecture (insert any more history of the building).

The Residential Community of is being built at the rear of Albion Place. At the same time, the developer Golden Bricks Ltd will carry out restoration and preservation work on land at Albion Place, a Georgian building comprising 2 floors (see photo below), to retain the cultural heritage of the building. They will sensitively bring back to life this beautiful piece of architecture (insert any more history of the building).

There has never been a more perfect time to invest, with rents at a 20 year high in Birmingham. The trend and demand for tenants outstrips current supply, even with completed projects. Now is the ideal time to
invest and expand your investment portfolio on readily verifiable market movements. Rents are enow at the highest annual rates with projected rises in line with the City’s attraction as a Commercial hub.

Golden Bricks have a portfolio of current and projected investment opportunities, for experienced and savvy investors. Their experience in property development and investment and industry know-how underpins the development.

Located in the City of Birmingham (Jewellery Quarter), the Community Village will be the epitome of luxury living, in one of the Birmingham’s prime locations.

The development site nestles perfectly within the historical cultural legacies of this important City on one side, and is flanked on the other side by the commercial expectation, legal and banking hub of Birmingham City Centre.

This is a work in progress and this Report provides exclusive knowledge and know-how for potential investors looking to secure long term investment opportunities.

Transport and Logistics

The Community Village is close to the M42 (add all transport links) and enjoys proximity to several well known rail and transport network centres including Birmingham New Street Station.

Various A-list entertainment hotspots can be accessed seamlessly from the site’s location. This includes the NIA, International Convention Centre (ICC), Sea Life Centre, The Bull Ring shopping arena and much more. Bus routes are readily accessible to all parts of the City and run at regular intervals including the Peaky Blinders heartland of Small Heath, Bordesley Green and Alum Rock.

The plot site also lies in close location to the City’s canal structure. Birmingham boasts more canals than Venice.

Birmingham is an international tourist attraction which has steadily been increasing over the last decade in line with the City’s fast prominence to international fame. It has a thriving population from different parts of the world, each having imprinted its cultural footprint – making Birmingham a truly diverse and eclectic city.

Birmingham has a tourist footfall of more than forty million per year. The site location is well within reach of major Universities such as Aston Business School and Birmingham City University as well as campuses belonging to (insert other education places).

Amenities

The site is connected to a wealth of amenities literally on the doorstep of the commercial hub of the City Centre. From leisure, educational, religious, shopping, luxury brands, restaurants, cafes, shopping arenas, medical and related facilities

A prime selling point of the site is that although it is nestled near the commercial hub of the City has its own private enclave of green open space. This is exclusive to the Community Village use.

Opportunities and Permissions

This is a lucrative opportunity to become involved in a prime development site, that is connected to a range of transport links, cultural, historical, leisure and retail links.

Currently there are no constraints that can hold the site development due to its enviable location. However (insert any problems that can be foreseen). Any limitations, (if any) will be cleared by following the relevant planning permission applications.

The developer of the site has already had strong interest from off-report investors so if you are thinking of investing in a prime location act now and register your interest.

This site is ideally located also for a large number of employers, including corporate Banks, Law Firms and Retail outlets and other social and commercial enterprises.

Precedents in the Jewellery Quarter

Golden Bricks have considered the locality and the design reflects the considerations of how the building will be sustainable in the long term as well.

Architectural Vision

The site will host a beautiful building that is sensitive to the cultural heritage of Birmingham and will be a landmark. There are absolute opportunities to access the site as mentioned from various transport hubs.

The diversity of transport links makes this a brilliant investment opportunity. Tram, Coach, Bus, Taxi, Car, Bicycle accesses to name a few are readily accessible. A good quality site that has potential to stand out as a go to place in the City.

Work in Progress

The plan will be further visited and updated accordingly as the planning and design process continually evolve.

Design features

The specs for the design and architectural plans for these luxury apartments will appeal to any investor whether a new starter or an experienced set up. Just some of the features integrated into the plans include:

• City views
• Spacious apartments
• Fitted kitchens – kitted out with modern integrated appliances.
• Luxury décor
• Incredibly large open spaces for recreation
• Each apartment features open-plan kitchen/living/dining area – ideal for entertaining guests or for leisure.
• All apartments are high specification and designed taking into account the
  historical and industrial ambiance of the City’s industrial heritage (jewellery quarter).
• The apartments will also have HD intercom and the building itself has 24 hour CCTV monitoring.

Mass Model & Misc.

The model (mass) evidences the exterior of the site building.