Mountbatten House, Chatham

Key Design Interventions

The redevelopment introduces a mix of uses that reposition the building as a landmark for living, leisure, and regeneration:

• A contemporary residential extension – Rising from the brick core, the new wing has a sloping profile and rounded end, addressing a new public plaza with confidence and elegance.

• Apartments with high ceilings and large windows – Framing riverside and hillside views to maximise light and connection with the surrounding landscape.

• Colourful, expressive balconies – These animate the original concrete elevations and provide individuality and rhythm across the façades.

• A rooftop shared amenity space – Available to all residents and providing sheltered, landscaped areas with stunning views

• Public realm transformation – A generous plaza with pop-up retail and cafés reactivates the ground level. Remnants of the former bus station and car park are repurposed with lighting and banners, extending a new identity along a dual carriageway known as The Brook.

A New Chapter for Chatham

This is more than a building upgrade – it's a statement of intent for Chatham’s future. Mountbatten House becomes a symbol of what bold, sensitive reuse can achieve: low-carbon regeneration, high-quality homes, and renewed civic energy.