Kier has been appointed to deliver 93 new homes in east London in the latest phase of London Borough of Hackney’s masterplan for its Colville Estate.

An expansive mixed-use renewal project that includes 925 homes in total, the wider Colville Estate redevelopment is one of the biggest and most ambitious regeneration programmes in the council’s history.

Being built over seven phases, the regeneration will replace over 430 existing homes that were no longer fit for purpose with new, affordable council homes, a range of civic amenities and public realm which connects the estate to the wider borough.

Following the completion of Phase 1 and Phases 2A and 2B, Kier has been appointed to lead the latest phase of the masterplan – Phase 2C.

This will involve the delivery of 93 new mixed tenure homes across two plots, including 52 social rent homes for returning residents and local residents in housing need, which are funded by the mayor of London’s Affordable Homes Programme, 19 affordable shared ownership homes for people living or working in Hackney, as well as 22 privately-owned homes.

In addition to the 93 homes, the 9,500 sq m development will also see Kier deliver the shell and core for a new energy centre which will serve the entire Colville Estate and provide capacity to support other developments in the area.

A new community centre and a communal courtyard garden will also be provided for residents, in addition to new landscaped pedestrian routes with pocket parks.

David Rowsell, managing director for Kier Construction London, said: “We are delighted to be appointed by London Borough of Hackney in the latest phase of its hugely vital masterplan, which will provide much needed affordable homes in east London.

“The demand for social and affordable housing in east London is very high. We look forward to showcasing our preconstruction and delivery experience, and in-design capability, to deliver vital affordable homes and regeneration in east London.”

Guy Nicholson, deputy mayor of Hackney, and cabinet member for delivery, regeneration and inclusive economy, said: “In Hackney, we’re building much-needed genuinely affordable homes for local people.

“This latest phase of 93 homes on the Colville Estate includes 52 council homes for social rent, all for people remaining on the estate or those in need of an affordable home, and 19 for shared ownership to help people get on the housing ladder. 

“The new community centre for the estate is also being built as part of this phase, along with a new energy centre that will supply low-carbon hot water and heating to Colville and our award-winning Britannia Leisure Centre next door."