Cyril Smith Court and Stratheden Lodge
Cyril Smith Court and Stratheden Lodge, Enfield, London:
multi-generational supported housing for Christian Action H A
Key Facts
20 flats for older people
6 flats for disabled people
Geothermal piles
Code Level 4
Total floor area : 2230 m2
Cyril Smith Court and Stratheden Lodge is a new supported housing development built on a prominent corner site in Palmers Green, Enfield.
The building features twenty one-bedroom flats for older people and six two-bedroom wheelchair flats for younger people with physical disabilities, along with a two-bedroom scheme manager’s flat. Residents benefit from a communal sitting room, level access wet rooms to all flats, wheelchair-friendly gardens, separate disabled entrances and a range of safety and security features.
The corner site has gained a newfound architectural distinction thanks to the aesthetic impact of its two towers. Timber and terracotta rain screen cladding combined with an insulated render system and contrasting bricks create an interesting façade, whilst remaining sympathetic to the surrounding environment.
Emphasis has been placed on environmental issues, with geothermal piles supplying on site energy. The building proudly achieved Code level 4 under the Code for Sustainable Homes.