Renaiss Health Richmond

This is a new physical rehabilitation centre, providing world class therapy along with high quality accommodation, near the centre of Richmond. The existing building of townscape merit will be refurbished and extended. The development is car free, enabling the creation of a central courtyard therapy garden with pergolas and stone terraces.

Working closely with Renaiss Health physiotherapists, the design incorporates walking routes, varied material surface types, steps and rails for use during physical therapy sessions. There are also seating areas for relaxation and outdoor dining. The scheme includes eleven new trees and a great range of planting, creating a feeling of sanctuary and calm. The design achieves BREEAM Excellent certification and the Urban Greening Factor of 0.34 exceeds the target, due to the inclusion of green walls, climbing plants, green roofs and permeable surfaces. The project is currently under construction and due to open in 2025.

Client

Bridges Fund Management Ltd/Renaiss Health

Date

2022 - Ongoing

Team

Ackroyd Lowrie, architect