newsletter issue 7

Welcome

e are now well into the both earmarked for private sale. If we new projects. So if you are considering second half of 2017 and, as can negotiate the planning process selling a potential site or are aware of W usual, the first half of the successfully this year, 2018 is already something that may be of interest to us, year has flown by, but it has looking like it could shape up to be our please do not hesitate to contact me or been challenging, eventful and most best year by far. On that note, our year- Josh Beeston on 020 8462 3030. importantly – enjoyable! Enjoyment end accounts for the group are almost is only really an emotion fully finalised and I am delighted to report experienced when the work you put in that they are showing a record year comes to fruition, and I am delighted once again for turnover, profit and units to say that this has been the case for secured and completed. Skillcrown. In the Housing Association world, the We have completed on three of our landscape of Registered Providers is biggest contracts to date, all within an certainly changing and the whole sector eight-week period between April and seems to be in transition, with many June. We secured and began work on mergers completed and others on the 74 units in Colliers Wood (which you can horizon, new corporate branding for read about inside), a £25 million contract many new partnerships, business models with Optivo and a £9 million contract being reassessed and personnel moving with Wandle. The latter two projects will between Associations. It has been a start on site in September and December challenge to keep our finger on the respectively, giving us a healthy pipeline pulse of who is in the market for what! well into 2018, so I am looking forward Relationships remain key and, with our to reporting on these projects in the track record and our commitment to next issue. maintaining client relationships, we have been able to keep one step ahead and As always, I hope you enjoy reading our We have also submitted plans for 21 to secure the sizeable projects I have newsletter and I would welcome any affordable houses in New Eltham and 51 already mentioned. private apartments in , as well questions you may have on the projects. as being in pre-application consultation Although we currently sit with a very Kevin Clark on 23 apartments in Croydon and healthy pipeline of work, as a company Land & Business Development Director 55 apartments in Dartford, which are we want to continue to grow and secure [email protected] DEVELOPMENT UNVEILED IN THORNTON HEATH

killcrown is delighted to have links to central and beyond. schemes and hope our Thornton Heath unveiled another development There is a vast array of restaurants development makes a great home for its S with housing association, and shops nearby, as well as Croydon future occupants.” Amicus Horizon on Brigstock University Hospital and the beautiful Paul Hackett, Chief Executive at Amicus Road in Thornton Heath. The affordable . Horizon said, “We are thrilled to have housing project comprises four houses “Managing this project with Amicus worked with the Skillcrown team on this and 17 apartments, some boasting Horizon has been a pleasure,” remarked project. Having partnered with Skillcrown stunning glass balconies. Skillcrown’s Managing Director, Salik in the past, we are well aware of their With a handy bus stop right outside and Osman. He added, “With London’s outstanding reputation; the finished situated just two minutes’ walk from growing population, developing affordable development looks fantastic and we Thornton Heath station, the development housing is more important than ever. We are so pleased to be able to offer new is perfectly located close to many transport always enjoy working on these types of accommodation to local people.” HANDOVER AT SKILLCROWN e are delighted to have and plenty of green open space including handed over an exciting , Manor Park and SECURES new development of Mountsfield Park. W stylish apartments in Hither “We have had the pleasure of working ANOTHER Green. The project for Hyde Housing with Hyde Housing on a number of comprises 43 one, two and three-bedroom projects and were delighted to continue CONTRACT apartments, with 23 for affordable rent and our relationship on the Nightingale Grove 20 for shared ownership. development,” said Skillcrown’s Managing WITH SUTTON The design has been finished to the Director, Salik Osman. “The apartments are highest standard, with all apartments in the perfect location for bars, restaurants, providing a light and airy living space and parks and public transport. We imagine HOUSING the latest in modern living. The build also that the apartments will prove very benefits from balconies and terraces that popular with young professionals looking SOCIETY offer stunning views of London, as well as to get on the property ladder.” a central amenity space for residents. Craig Horn, Head of Land and Planning at e are delighted to continue Located on Nightingale Grove, just Hyde Housing, commented, “Skillcrown our relationship with Sutton moments away from Hither Green’s has delivered on our brief and we are W Housing Society (SHS), mainline station, the development is thrilled with the quality and finish, which is securing a development perfect for commuters, with only a what we have come to expect from them. contract in Wallington, Sutton, for 23 10-minute train journey into London The team are working with us on other apartments. Arranged over three floors Bridge. Residents will also benefit from projects and we are looking forward to and situated in a quiet residential area, the village feel that Hither Green has to continuing our partnership in the future.” the units are earmarked for the over-55s offer with its quirky deli shops, gastro pubs

www.skillcrownhomes.co.uk 020 8462 3030 [email protected] £14M APARTMENT PROJECT IN COLLIERS WOOD

e are delighted to have secured a further project with existing client, Clarion W Housing Group. The £14 million affordable housing development in Colliers Wood, London, is the third project currently underway with them and comprises 74 one-, two- and three- bedroom apartments, with 58 for shared ownership, 11 for rent and five as starter homes. The site is located in a prime spot in Colliers Wood on Fortescue Road, less than a mile to the town centre and underground station, providing convenient access into central London. Expected to take approximately two years to complete, the project will give future residents the benefit of 29 car parking spaces, a children’s play area and stunning landscaping. In addition, beautiful parks surround the area, including Wandle Meadow Nature Park and Lavender Park. Andrew Cox, Development Director at Savills Commented , “Having sold a site to Skillcrown and Clarion Housing Group in the past, we were confident they could deliver on Fortescue Road and had no hesitation in recommending them as the preferred buyer to our client. We were delighted with the quick and simple turnaround from Skillcrown, taking just six weeks for the sale to complete.”

market. The apartments will have use of could commence swiftly. them the contract.” a communal garden and parking area. Chris Turton, CEO at Sutton Housing The project is due for completion in The site, already owned by SHS, consisted Society, commented: “Skillcrown had late 2018, and has been designed with of dated and non-compliant bedsits. completed similar projects in the same a high level of sustainability to meet There were not many obstacles standing borough. Having worked with the team with the environmental requirements in the way of the project, which meant before, we knew the quality to expect incorporated in both planning and that terms were quickly agreed and work and it made it an easy decision to award building regulations. SKILLCROWN INSIDER

n 23 February the Skillcrown (architects and planning consultants) of Eltham Town FC, “as local residents team and Eltham Town FC were on hand to answer any questions were able to see how outdated and held a public consultation and communicate the plans. Residents dilapidated the current facilities are. It O to present plans for a even got the chance to meet with has been a long process to get to this residential development including a new George Lock, founder of Eltham Town stage; however, with the continued clubhouse. The five hour drop-in session FC. support of Skillcrown and now so many gave local residents plenty of time to It was important to explain to local local residents, I can’t wait to start see the scope of the project and provide people how the residential part of laying the foundations for the future of feedback, which was extremely positive. the project is essential for generating Eltham Town Football Club.” The purpose of the consultation was income in order to deliver the new The feedback from the consultation to get input from members of the facilities. This is what will ultimately proved fruitful and the project is moving public and local councillors regarding safeguard the future of Eltham Town FC in the right direction to help Eltham the initial proposal to provide 9 two- and the public really understood this and Town FC reach its goal of becoming bedroom and 12 three-bedroom houses were overwhelmingly supportive of the a successful team and attracting plus a new, state-of-the-art clubhouse. development. “Holding the consultation new talent. The next step will be the Representatives from Skillcrown, Eltham in the existing clubhouse proved very submission of the planning application. Town FC, Savills and MDR Associates helpful,” said Brian Baldwin, Co-owner

killcrown is delighted to be are very happy to be helping a football Skillcrown logo. supporting local football team close to home,” said Salik Osman, Steve Tingey of Bromleians FC team, Junior Bromleians Managing Director at Skillcrown. “We commented, “We would like to thank S Under 10 Athletic, which understand it can be difficult for clubs to everyone at Skillcrown for their support trains at both the Ravensbourne School get the funding they need to provide a and becoming a home kit sponsor. It and Scrubs Farm Sports Ground. place for kids to keep active, so we are means a great deal to the kids, who will Skillcrown has provided the team with proud to contribute through new kits to get plenty of use out of the kit. Without new kit and training gear so that the facilitate the team’s training for the year.” the help of companies like Skillcrown, youngsters can kick-start the football The Bromleians Under 10 boys are Junior Bromleians would not be able to season in style. now smartly dressed, all in blue with offer football to the local community at “As a company based in Bromley, we a striking jersey emblazoned with the such affordable prices.” SKILLCROWN INSIDER

s sponsors of rising tennis Saturday before the day’s championship and learnt an enormous amount from sensation, 12-year-old Issey matches began. Although a little Tim,” said Issey. “I felt really lucky to see Purser, we are delighted to nervous, she took to the court as a true some of the best players in the world on A report that Issey has had tennis pro, sporting a traditional all-white centre court and hope to be like them a taste of her ultimate goal – playing kit, emblazoned with the Skillcrown one day. Reaching Wimbledon would be at Wimbledon. In July, she stepped logo. As Issey got into her game, she a dream come true.” onto the court at the world-famous was completely unfazed by the crowds Commenting on Issey’s success, Salik All Club for a training session that were watching on. Needless to say, Osman, Managing Director at Skillcrown, with former British number one and she loved the experience, regardless of said: “Issey is extremely talented and Wimbledon semi-finalist, Tim Henman. the rising temperatures, and has been we are excited to see her develop. The session was Issey’s reward for inspired to fulfil her ambition of reaching Hopefully we will get to cheer her on at winning the 2016 under-14 category in a Wimbledon Grand Slam in the not too Wimbledon in a few years’ time.” the HSBC Road to Wimbledon event. distant future. Issey joined Tim Henman early on the “I had such a fun day at Wimbledon

TEE TIME

his summer we have had the opportunity to walk the fairways on many T corporate and charity golf days. In May, a Skillcrown team with assistance from Kingsbury, Acorn and Clarion was unable to repeat the feat of 2016 and secure first place at the Baxter Philips charity golf day for the second year in a row. Also in May, Skillcrown was delighted to sponsor a hole at Orbit’s charity golf day. Even with the help of Orbit’s own Shina Olalekan and representatives from ANSUN and JLL, we were unable to secure the top prize in the singles or team events, despite some huge scores from the Skillcrown team. Skillcrown has had success on the course this summer with our material buyer, Mark Ashlee, going one better than last year and scooping first prize at the L&G Forest Products annual event. Mark’s bandit handicap is finally We have visited many courses and events so far this summer including days at Hever, going to be cut for next year’s event. Abridge, Kingswood, Sonning and even the famous K-Club in Dublin. So if you fancy a round to discuss any opportunities, please get in touch!

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