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CEF Awards
CREEVAGH HEIGHTS
The Creevagh Heights Housing Development in Londonderry , Northern Ireland , has garnered well-deserved recognition , being nominated for the Social Housing Project of the Year at the prestigious 2024 CEF Construction Excellence Awards .
Located on Blighs Lane in Londonderry , the development created on behalf of Radius Housing represents a significant addition to Derry ’ s social housing landscape , comprising a mix of 119 homes , including semi-detached houses and apartments .
Creevagh Heights aims to address the urgent need for high-quality social housing in Londonderry by offering a diverse range of modern , sustainable homes .
Delivered by Main Contractor , P & K McKaigue , the units are designed to provide spacious living , incorporating semidetached houses and three-storey apartments , providing essential housing for a growing population .
In addition to the homes , the project also includes associated parking , green spaces , and a new linear park and play area , creating a welcoming and family-friendly environment .
One of the standout features of Creevagh Heights is its innovative layout , which balances the rural character of the surrounding open landscape with the denser urban form of Derry .
The design provides a thoughtful contrast to the established urban environment while creating visual interest and cohesion . Streetscape typologies , along with varied house designs , have been carefully incorporated to enhance the overall quality and sustainability of the development .
The use of a common material palette — including brick , render , and dark linear cladding — provides a sense of visual cohesion and identity . The mixture of materials and architectural elements ensures a lively and attractive streetscape .
The homes feature steep gable-fronted roofs and deep recesses , creating a distinctive , modern style that seamlessly blends with the existing urban fabric .
Creevagh Heights is situated in a transitional area at the edge of Derry , providing an ideal blend of urban living with access to the rural landscape . The development is located between the
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