Working in partnership, BioRegional Quintain and Crest Nicholson have been announced, by the London Development Agency, as the successful developers of One Gallions residential scheme at Gallions Park, London’s zero carbon exemplar scheme. The winning concept is designed to provide a sustainable lifestyle for residents, using the principles of ‘One Planet Living’ to provide a holistic, attractive and exciting new community.
The approach to be applied will significantly reduce carbon emissions and wider environmental impacts, through a host of measures such as renewable energy, energy efficient architecture, natural materials, as well as integrated waste management, on-site food growing and green transport measures such as car and cycle clubs. Working alongside housing association partner, Southern Housing Group, the winning bid is also designed to deliver a wide range of affordable homes.

Pete Halsall, Managing Director of BioRegional Quintain Limited, said:
“Zero carbon developments are wholly deliverable and an essential part of London’s future. We look forward in conjunction with our partners in leading the industry to a sustainable future with this groundbreaking and exciting new development.”

Stephen Stone, Chief Executive of Crest Nicholson PLC, said: “Working in conjunction with our partners, we are well placed to respond to the Governments vision and agenda for transforming London into a truly sustainable world city.
“With our drive, vision and more importantly experience, we have the ability not only to embrace the challenges which have been laid down for this scheme at One Gallions, but also to the future of the housebuilding industry as a whole.”
Nick Shattock, Deputy Chief Executive of Quintain Estates and Development PLC, said: “One Gallions will demonstrate that zero carbondevelopmen ts can truly work. We aim to bring zero carbon into the
mainstream of society. One Gallions is positioned not just as an exemplar scheme but as one that is capable of replication across London and beyond by commercial developers.”
Valli van Zijl, Thames Gateway Regeneration Director, Southern Housing Group, comments: “One Gallions will be a timely step forward for the housebuilding industry in reducing the environmental impact of the homes we build and live in. Equally important for our residents is how it will
address affordability in terms of energy and water costs. We are delighted to be involved, not only in the development of One Gallions, but also its management in the long term, working with our residents to sustain the vision, into the future.”