The Church Street regeneration project in Marylebone is set to transform the Miles Buildings neighbourhood. Demolition is scheduled for Autumn 2024, and weekly drop-ins will begin in September this year. The project marks a substantial step towards enhancing the area’s urban environment.
The Marylebone High Street regeneration project is significant for many reasons, including helping increase the housing supply, addressing the growing demand for residential properties in desirable urban areas like Marylebone, and creating a more connected and inclusive community environment. This can be achieved through better amenities, improved public spaces, and enhanced social infrastructure.
Add Living and the Westminster Council Masterplan
The Westminster Council Masterplan aims to bring together four interconnect drivers to recognise the real character of the Church Street area. Add Living is a part of this plan, which incorporates the following areas:
- Health and well-being – creating a new community hub, a health and well-being hub, and up to 40% increase in publicly accessible open space
- Homes – around 1,750 new homes, with 1,010 homes already built in the area
- Market and enterprise – improved street market, affordable and flexible workspaces, and around 3,500 construction-related and retail jobs
- Making connections – a 20mph traffic-calmed zone and a new pedestrian priority street
Add Living is proud to be part of this plan, which you can read more about as part of the Church Street Masterplan document from the City of Westminster.
Marylebone High Street’s Resurgence
Over the past three decades, Marylebone High Street has undergone a remarkable revival under the supervision of the Howard de Walden Estate. Once struggling with vacancies and charity shops, Marylebone now thrives as a bustling central point of boutiques, cafés, and unique retailers, thanks to strategic efforts led by figures like Shirin Elghanayan of CBRE.
Howard de Walden Estate’s Role in Marylebone
Over the past three decades, thanks to the careful management of the Howard de Walden Estate, Marylebone High Street has transformed into a vibrant location, now home to several thriving businesses. With the addition of the Church Street regeneration project, the revitalisation efforts are set to extend beyond the high street, bringing renewed vitality to the Miles Buildings neighbourhood.
The Howard de Walden Estate, valued at £4.5 billion, has played an important role in Marylebone’s regeneration, strategically investing in its properties to attract premium tenants. Their approach has been meticulous, focusing on promoting a diverse mix of businesses and shops that connected with the local community. Establishments such as La Fromagerie, Daunt Books, and Ginger Pig have become integral to the street’s appeal, representing its unique character and further attracting residents and visitors.
Extending Success to Miles Buildings
Looking ahead, the Church Street regeneration project promises to extend this legacy of success to the Miles Buildings neighbourhood. Keltbray’s appointment as the demolition contractor for Site A underscores the estate’s commitment to revitalising the area, providing ample opportunities for new and upcoming shops and a renewed urban environment.
Setting New Standards for Urban Renewal
As the project unfolds, it is poised to set new standards for urban renewal, representing the estate’s vision of sustainable development and community enhancement. This project is a clear turning point for Marylebone and has built much excitement in the community for residents and shop owners, who are driven by a dedication to preserving the location’s heritage while embracing modernity and growth.
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