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Property Tectonics is proud to be appointed as Lead Consultant and Designer for the transformation of 62-63 Old Steine and 3 Palace Place in Brighton. This project, commissioned by Brighton & Hove City Council, is part of the council’s Hidden Homes initiative, aiming to repurpose underutilised buildings into much needed residential accommodation.
3rd July 2025
David McTear
A Vision for Change
The project involves converting former office spaces (Class E) into 11 high-quality one-bedroom apartments (Class C3). Designed with social impact in mind, this development aligns with the growing demand for affordable housing in Brighton, particularly for those in urgent need of temporary accommodation. With rising housing pressures, this scheme offers a viable solution by maximising existing building stock to deliver homes where they are needed most
Delivering Sustainable and Affordable Housing
The transformation of this site is a significant step toward Brighton & Hove’s commitment to providing sustainable and affordable housing solutions. Key aspects of the project include:
• The provision of 100% local authority affordable housing, ensuring these homes directly benefit people on the city’s housing register.
• A high standard of accommodation that meets modern living requirements while preserving the historic integrity of the Valley Gardens Conservation Area.
• The inclusion of an external cycle store, promoting sustainable urban mobility.
Balancing Heritage and Modern Living
Located in a conservation area, the project required a sensitive approach to design and planning. Property Tectonics has worked closely with the council and stakeholders to ensure that the development respects the historical significance of the site while adapting it to contemporary residential needs.
The Social and Economic Impact
Beyond providing homes, the redevelopment contributes to the local economy through an Employment and Training Strategy, with a financial contribution of £3,300. This initiative underscores the council’s commitment to workforce development while ensuring the project delivers long-term benefits to the community
Moving Forward
With work now underway, this project represents a crucial milestone in Brighton & Hove City Council’s broader strategy to address housing shortages by repurposing redundant spaces. Property Tectonics is excited to play a key role in delivering a scheme that not only meets housing demands but also revitalises an important part of the city’s urban landscape.
Stay tuned for updates as we progress towards completion, transforming office spaces into homes that make a difference.
Download the full case study here.
Following the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) officially announcing that their new RdSAP 10 methodology is set to roll out on the 15th of June, Property Tectonics are pleased to inform you that our software development team have been busy building our new RdSAP 10.2 interface. The new version is currently undergoing BRE approval.
As with all our software products, our inhouse developers are always working to ensure our software up to date and in line with regulation. Whilst not only working on the development for the RdSAP methodology, our fantastic team has also been building the latest versions of our new Lifespan Mobile App. We will provide further updates in due course
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