For charities who can demonstrate unique innovations within a project that has added significant value to a resident’s life.
The Charity of Elizabeth Wadsworth, Calderdale, West Yorkshire
This project was to refurbish the Grade II listed railings and reopen the original right-of-way. Initially, part of the stone wall at the footpath entrance had to be demolished and a gap created for the new gate. The finished railings and gate complement the almshouses beautifully.
William and Julia E Chafyn-Grove Charity, Zeals Almshouses, Wiltshire
A restoration and building programme on three out of the charity’s four almshouses and the building of a fifth almshouse. The upgrade is as environmentally friendly as possible, creating comfortable and appealing homes.
Hurst Consolidated Charity, Wokingham, Berkshire
In 2017, the charity decided that three apartments could be comfortably fitted in the space available at Lodge Close. The almshouses are built to the latest standards and complement the existing almshouses.
Coventry Church (Municipal) Charities, Bond’s Lodge, Coventry, West Midlands
A newly built three storey development offering 45 self-contained apartments together with a communal lounge, mobility scooter storage, laundry, guest room and courtyard garden.
W.C. Lee’s Resthouses, Windlesham, Surrey
The project entailed the development of single storey side extensions to provide separate bedrooms for two of the almshouses, following demolition of two out-buildings.
Hugh Sexey’s Hospital, Bruton, Somerset
The Blackford Room replaces a historic reception and a community room with a new light and airy space. It has been designed to meet the social and support needs of older people. The contemporary design uses traditional materials. Its styling ensures that the historic buildings remain the dominant feature