Nansledan Newquay, UK
Following a competitive selection process, Corstorphine & Wright was appointed by the Duchy of Cornwall to masterplan and design the town centre element of Nansledan, its thriving and highly sustainable new community, which is already home to some 1,800 people and over 40 businesses.
Nansledan will eventually comprise 4,000 homes, with a diverse mix of businesses ranging from exciting artisan shops, cafes, restaurants, offices, health and leisure facilities.
The High Street will be accessed immediately off the Newquay Strategic Route, providing easy transport connections for local residents and the many tourists that visit this beautiful part of Cornwall throughout the year.
From Market Street, residents and visitors will be able to access a newly created leisure and nature trail through an adjoining wetland area, which will include children’s play and other amenities including:
- A food hall/market hall showcasing Cornwall’s finest producers
- A sheltered, but vibrant courtyard, with outdoor dining and a planned calendar of annual events
- A rich diversity of further food and drink venues
- Offices, including co-working hub
- Leisure spaces
The design ensures a viable retail loop for future phases and embraces a farmyard concept courtyard to protect from strong coastal winds. The architectural style is inspired by local rural barns and farmsteads, while the main road frontages follow a traditional design, all in line with the Nansledan Design Manual.
The Market Street Town Centre Development is dedicated to sustainability, adopting a fabric-first approach and targeting an EPC rating of A for the building envelope. Key sustainability features include:
- Locally sourced materials where possible
- Integration of photovoltaic panels (PVs) and a communal battery, as part of the renewable energy strategy
- Installation of super-fast EV charging points in the first phase
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