Post by Setareh Neshati

Independence, dignity and joy in later life! As we get older and begin to think about what life might be like, it’s natural to think about the support we might need. Will I be able to cope on my own? Will I still be able to look after my house? What if I struggle to get around? These are just some of the questions we are likely to ask ourselves and it’s with this in mind that made a completion event we hosted last week was so poignant. Taylor House, part of our Carlton Dene development in Maida Vale, is setting a new standard for assisted living in Westminster. Providing 65 ‘extra-care’ apartments arranged around a glorious central courtyard, it’s a place anyone would be delighted to call home. Everything has been considered, from high-tech in-flat alarm sensors, residents’ gardening planters through to an onsite hair salon, therapy room and resident/community café. A further 22 family sized social rent homes makes this a truly intergenerational neighbourhood in a fabulous location. It was an incredibly proud moment for me and the whole Westminster City Council team who, through close collaboration across disciplines and service areas, have brought the project together to the highest possible standard.   Fittingly named Taylor House after former Councillor and Community Health Champion Barrie Taylor, the building will go on to provide supportive accommodation for many years to come.   I was so pleased to stand alongside teams from Lovell Partnerships Ltd , Levitt Bernstein, Mace, Child Graddon Lewis,CRE8 STRUCTURES LLP amongst the many individuals involved throughout the project in knowing that this project will changes lives opportunities for the better.   A special mention to Father Amos and Father Jason of St Augustine’s Church, which is known colloquially as the Cathedral of North London. This Grade 1 listed Church sits adjacent to the development and shares communal spaces and gardens. Our scheme has been specifically designed to protect the aspect of the Church Spire which is celebrated through recessed roofing edges and resident terraces. Both the Church clergy and parishioners have been so supportive during the construction process and have worked closely with us throughout. The video speaks for itself and a huge thank you to our residents and everyone who played such an important part in delivering this project. Westminster City Council

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