London
John Lewis Partnership
Assael Architecture
Pre-planning
The project transforms a previously underutilised Waitrose site into a mixed-use destination, delivering 353 new Build to Rent homes alongside a modernised Waitrose store and public square. Located next to Bromley South Rail Station in the town centre, at the intersection of major roads, the scheme is highly accessible and aligns with London’s planning policy to direct new homes to brownfield sites in sustainable, connected locations.
We are appointed as Quantity Surveyor at the pre-planning stage and work closely with John Lewis Partnership and Assael Architecture. From early-stage cost advice through detailed budgeting, value management, and procurement, we ensure the project is financially robust while supporting design quality and delivery. The development includes a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom homes, with affordable housing at London Living Rent levels, balancing commercial viability with local housing needs.
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BtR homes
The Build to Rent homes are purpose-built for renters, designed by Assael Architecture to combine quality, functionality, and community. Shared areas for fitness, home-working, and socialising encourage interaction, while large podium gardens and rooftop terraces provide sunlit spaces for relaxation. Dual-aspect homes overlook these spaces, enhancing natural light and connection with the communal areas.
Residents benefit from a wide range of amenities including fitness studios, co-working spaces, lounges, private dining and event facilities, cycle parking, and pet wash areas, all carefully designed to support wellbeing and foster a sense of community.
As Quantity Surveyor, we collaborate with the design and construction teams to ensure these residential facilities are delivered to the highest standard, balancing quality, functionality, and cost throughout the Build to Rent development
The Waitrose store is revitalised to serve both residents and the wider community. Enhancements include a new café, upgraded click-and-collect facilities, a double-height entrance, and improved car parking with electric vehicle charging points. A new public square creates a central hub for socialisation, events, and leisure, seamlessly connecting the retail and residential components of the scheme.
As Quantity surveyor we provide detailed cost planning, value management, and procurement advice to ensure the upgraded store and public square are delivered efficiently, maintaining quality, durability, and long-term usability.
The development reflects John Lewis Partnership’s and our joint commitment to energy efficiency and low-carbon operation. Following the GLA’s Be Lean, Be Clean, Be Green energy hierarchy, the scheme is fossil fuel free and incorporates photovoltaics, air source heat pumps, and a shared refrigeration system to supply heat from the store to the residential units. Most of the existing Waitrose structure is retained, reducing embodied carbon and minimising waste.
Our role as Quantity Surveyor ensures sustainable solutions are delivered within budget and programme. We assess lifecycle costs, energy performance, and low-carbon technologies to maximise value while supporting long-term operational efficiency.
