The historic Bath Press site, formerly the home of Pitman Press printing works and vacant since 2007, is set to undergo a transformation as heritage developer City & Country partners with renowned architectural firm Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios and landscape architects Grant Associates. With a vision to create a vibrant urban space, the 5.3-acre site has already secured planning consent and is poised to bring new life to the western end of the development. The collaboration aims to deliver an innovative architectural solution that enhances the surrounding community while honoring the site’s rich legacy.
City & Country’s Design & Planning Director, Simon Vernon-Harcourt, expressed confidence in the creative vision and reputation of the appointed firms, citing their track record of delivering sensitive and responsive architectural projects. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to outstanding design that fosters thriving communities and instills a sense of pride in the built environment, as shared by Keith Bradley, Founding Partner at Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios. The team’s collective experience in historic preservation and residential development positions them to create much-needed high-quality housing within the city, contributing to the area’s ongoing revitalization.
Keith French, Director of Grant Associates, shared the excitement about the opportunity to reimagine the former Bath Press west site, emphasizing the significance of collaborating with residents and leveraging placemaking and landscape-led residential expertise. The project holds promise as a vital gateway into the city, offering access to Bath’s cultural and historic amenities while honoring the site’s historical importance within the World Heritage site boundary.
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The redevelopment initiative signifies a new chapter for the iconic Bath Press site, heralding the prospect of a dynamic urban landscape that pays homage to the past while embracing a vision for the future.