Renewal at St Paul’s Gate - Collaborating with Jersey Homes Trust on a sustainable refurbishment in St Helier

We’re delighted to be collaborating with the Jersey Homes Trust on the renovation of St Paul’s Gate, a prominent housing site in the heart of St Helier. Now thirty years old, the building is entering a new chapter that places a strong emphasis on energy efficiency, safety, and social impact.

The twelve-and-a-half-month construction programme is now five months in, with strip-out works complete and roof and first-fix mechanical and electrical installations currently underway.

At the core of the refurbishment is a commitment to improving thermal performance and ensuring that future residents are protected from fuel poverty amid rising energy costs. The design introduces new external wall insulation and a mechanical ventilation heat recovery (MVHR) system to every flat, significantly reducing heat loss and improving indoor air quality.

Recognising the importance of access to outdoor space, the project also delivers new balconies to sixteen of the seventeen homes, providing residents with a private external amenity — something the original building lacked.

A carefully considered cladding strategy revitalises the façade, reducing its perceived mass and giving the building a renewed identity within its urban context. The selection of sustainable materials and detailing demonstrates how thoughtful architectural intervention can both reinvigorate existing housing stock and contribute to a safer, greener future for the community.

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