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Chelsea Cloisters

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Proposals

Welcome

Welcome to our Community Hub to display an overview of our proposals for Chelsea Cloisters.  

We appreciate you visiting our consultation website and sharing your views on our developing plans.

We are committed to consultation with residents and the local community, and will continue through the development and beyond. We are keen to hear any questions you might have and to know what you think about the emerging proposal.

The Site

Chelsea Cloisters is a 10-storey mixed-use building with a basement, located in the Brompton and Hans Town Ward of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

At ground level, the building features residential units along the Ixworth Place, Makins Street, and Lucan Place frontages, while the Sloane Avenue frontage comprises a mix of commercial spaces and residential units above. The residential accommodation includes both long- and short-term lettings.

Additionally, two commercial units are situated centrally within the building, and the basement provides parking for both residents and the public.

The Building Today

Sloane Avenue Entrance

Lucan Place Entrance

Roof

Roof

Design Proposals

A thoughtfully designed three-storey vertical roof extension, including a two-storey mansard clad in green tiles, that would accommodate an approximately 96 room apart-hotel is proposed.

The design has been carefully developed to respect both the existing architecture and the character of the surrounding area while delivering a high-quality, sustainable finish.

View Looking Down Sloane Avenue

 Sloane Avenue Entrance

 Aerial View

The building’s entrances on Sloane Avenue and Lucan Place will be upgraded, alongside works to clean, repaint, repoint, and repair the exterior of the building. In addition, we will add accessible access to all entrances.

Upgraded Sloane Avenue Entrance

Upgraded Lucan Place Entrance

The central courtyard will be significantly upgraded to incorporate conferencing and commercial facilities open to the wider community.

The revitalised courtyard will feature a high-quality landscaped space, replacing the current stark outlook, and will include a café and gym.

These enhancements will not only improve the existing building but also contribute to a thriving economy within the neighbouring Brompton Cross District Centre.

Courtyard – Current

Courtyard – Proposed

Courtyard – Current

Courtyard – Proposed

Courtyard – Current

Courtyard – Proposed

Proposed Café

Proposed Café

Proposed Terrace

Proposed Terrace

Courtyard Cross Sections

Courtyard Cross Section CGI

Courtyard Cross-Section Plan

Courtyard Cross-Section Plan

Early Stage Courtyard Floor Plans

Ground Floor

First Floor

Second Floor

Sustainability

  • The proposals integrate key elements to align with Part L 2021 requirements, ensuring energy efficiency and sustainability.
  • The three-storey extension will incorporate high-performance insulation materials for walls, roofs, and floors, significantly reducing thermal bridging and heat loss.
  • Renewable energy technologies, such as solar PV panels, are being considered to further minimise the building’s carbon footprint and meet rigorous energy performance standards.
  • The site maximises its highly accessible location, with a Public Transport Accessibility Level (PTAL) score of 6a, by encouraging visitors to use public and active transport options.
  • The scheme includes policy-compliant levels of cycle parking and designated blue badge parking spaces.

Construction and Operation

Construction

Delivery and Construction Schedule:

  • A comprehensive Construction Traffic Management Plan will be submitted as part of the planning application.
  • Deliveries will be scheduled during specific and publicised hours.
  • Traffic Marshalls will operate on site to supervise and monitor construction related vehicle movements to ensure safety for all road users.

Environmental Concerns:

  • Measures, such as wheel washing, will be put in place to ensure the roadway and pavements are kept clean.
  • Extensive measures will be taken to minimise:
    • Noise – Working hours will be restricted and low-noise construction techniques/machinery will be used where possible.
    • Dust – Dust suppression measures such as water sprays and sheeting will be used.
    • Vibration – Suppression measures and low impact techniques will be used where possible.

Working with the Community:

  • Regular updates on construction progress, timelines, and potential disruptions will be provided.
  • A dedicated point of contact for resident concerns and complaints will be publicised.

Operation

A draft Operational Management Plan is being prepared as part of the proposed application to provide detail as to how the commercial courtyard facilities and the apart-hotel will be sensitively and efficiently managed to protect the living conditions of residents within the building and the surrounding area.

Summary

Economic Benefits:

  • Increased inward investment from new visitors to Chelsea, leading to wider expenditure in the Brompton Cross District Centre, the Borough, and across London.
  • Creation of new jobs through the operational use of the apart-hotel, both directly and indirectly.
  • Generation of a Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) contribution to support local infrastructure projects.
  • Creation of new employment opportunities during the construction process.

Building and Streetscape Improvements:

  • Significant investment in the building, including the replacement of all lifts, the provision of a secure parcel store, and general refurbishment to enhance long-term sustainability and visual appeal.
  • Upgrades to the ground floor frontages along Sloane Avenue, Lucan Place, and the Petrol Filling Station to remove clutter and create a cohesive streetscape that reflects the building’s character.
  • Removal of roof-level clutter, enhancing the overall townscape and roofscape aesthetics.

Design and Urban Integration:

  • A high-quality, well-integrated extension that complements the existing building and surrounding context (that seeks to improve upon the existing outlook).
  • The new extension will serve as a wayfinding point, enhancing the identity of the commercial area along Sloane Avenue and Brompton Cross District Centre.

Community and Amenity Enhancements:

  • Significant visual improvements and enhanced outlook for existing residents through high-quality landscaping and urban greening in the courtyard.
  • Opportunity for the conference facility to be used for community purposes when not in use, providing social value.
  • Creation of a new café within the courtyard.
  • New modern gym.
  • Significant urban greening that will boost local biodiversity.
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The Team

Project Lead

Architect

Planning Consultant

Proposed Contractor

Realreed Limited has been freeholder of Chelsea Cloisters since 1988. The directors are conscious that the building is in need of substantial improvement and are keen to deliver a project that delivers local amenities, considerable aesthetic enhancement whilst minimising disruption to the locality

Atelier West is an architectural, design, and project management practice based in South West London.

They focus on clean, considered, and cohesive design that balances beauty and practicality, striving to achieve these ambitions in their work.

Atelier West draws inspiration from a site’s surroundings, identifying the uniqueness of its situation and circumstances.

Atelier West’s experience and portfolio span private and residential projects as well as public and infrastructural developments, covering everything from concept to construction and planning to detailing.

They are committed to creating coherent and lasting designs.

Atelier West served as the architects for the reception and general ground floor refurbishment at Chelsea Cloisters in 2011. In 2016, they assisted in securing planning permission for the conversion of the top-floor tank rooms. With extensive knowledge of the building, they have provided ongoing advice to the owners over the years.

Portfolio Example: Denyer Street, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

  • Grade II listed building
  • Located within the Chelsea conservation area
  • Prominent corner site
  • Additional mansard storey and proposed 4 storey side
  • extension to deliver 3 additional homes.

This project involved careful neighbourhood consultation and preapplication consultation with the local authority, together with a detailed heritage assessment and justification for the proposals. The result is a scheme that genuinely reflects the local residents preferences and is entirely in keeping with the existing heritage of the retained former public house and the architectural character of the local area.

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Timeline

Early Spring

Pre-application process with RBKC and public consultation

Early Spring
Late Spring

Submission of planning application

Late Spring
Autumn

Determination of planning application

Autumn

Expected construction duration: 18 – 20 months

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Have Your Say

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We appreciate you taking the time to visit our community hub and would be grateful if you could complete this feedback form.

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