Build to Rent provider and residential landlord Grainger plc has released a look at its latest development The Kimmeridge in Botley, Oxford, which is set to launch in the New Year.
The Build to Rent development will include 150 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, spread across eight storeys with over 2,000 sq ft of amenity space.
Amenities include a gym, residents lounge, dining room and kitchenette, co-working space with meeting pods and a private hire meeting room, alongside car parking spaces, a cycle store, seven commercial retail units and a Resident Services Team.
Grainger has made the outdoor space a central highlight feature of the development, from the landscaped courtyard on the first floor to the extensive rooftop haven on the seventh.
An entertainment area offers a variety of seating options including lounge sofas and bistro tables for alfresco dining, with planters creating a sky garden feel.
The Kimmeridge aims to celebrate Botley’s rich history of Kimmeridge clay resources, the materials used to form useful ‘source rock’ for brickmaking – and the scheme is in the direct vicinity of the earliest 19th century reference to brickmaking.
The Build to Rent development combines nature-inspired aesthetics with scientific principles and shapes to create a contemporary, cohesive living environment. The use of natural materials throughout the design ensures that the apartments and spaces offer residents both comfort and modernity.
“This is a landmark development for Grainger and for Oxford and marks a milestone moment in the city’s rental market. We are excited to bring Build to Rent as a brand-new way of renting to Oxford, one of our key target cities for investment, and to introduce high-quality homes in such a well-connected and vibrant area of the city.
“Inspired by the natural surroundings of Botley, this project combines thoughtful design with modern amenities to create an exceptional living experience for our residents.
“Our dedicated onsite Resident Services team are looking forward to welcoming our first residents in the New Year.”
Helen Gordon, Chief Executive, Grainger plc
Lots of neutral warm accent tones and textured materials are also utilised throughout the décor of The Kimmeridge Build to Rent development, creating a calming atmosphere for residents.
As part of the wider community, the development aims to contribute to Oxford’s economic growth by supporting local businesses and enhancing the area’s overall infrastructure.