Interview
INTERVIEW WITH GARETH HEALY, PROJECT DIRECTOR, STANHOPE PLC: Gareth Healy, Project Director at Stanhope PLC, discusses the recently completed Macfarlane Place, a key affordable housing development at Television Centre in West London. Gareth highlights the significance of this project within Stanhope’s broader mission of sustainable urban regeneration, the collaborative efforts behind its success, and how it addresses the growing demand for affordable homes while prioritizing energy efficiency and community wellbeing.
How do you view the completion of Macfarlane Place in the context of Stanhope’s broader mission to create sustainable urban places? What impact do you believe this project will have on the West London community? The completion of Macfarlane Place marks a significant achievement in Stanhope’s ongoing mission to create sustainable urban environments. This development contributes to our rapidly expanding £4 billion portfolio, encompassing over six million sq. ft. of assets under management, and demonstrates our commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency,
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and community enhancement in West London. The project features advanced energy-efficient systems, including an all-electric heating and hot water system supported by three airsource heat pumps, reducing carbon emissions by nearly 80% compared to traditional gas-fired boilers. The thermally efficient façade and external solar shading through roller shutters further enhance energy savings and occupant comfort. These measures are particularly relevant in White City, where fuel poverty is above the London average. Macfarlane Place also prioritises community wellbeing with green spaces, such as a podium garden and play areas in the southern building and a rooftop terrace in the northern building, providing spaces that encourage a residential community through recreation and social interaction. The inclusion of electric vehicle charging points also encourages sustainable transport, contributing to improved air quality in the area.