Transforming spaces
Whitecroft Gardens, by Beau Property, is a carefully curated collection of seven luxurious four-bedroom homes nestled in the tranquil village of Southborough, Kent.
Every house draws on refined architectural detailing and a blend of elegant design and comfort, creating tranquil retreats that harmonise rural charm with excellent commuter links to London.
Beau Property transformed the Whitecroft Gardens’ site into striking three-storey houses where VELUX roof windows flood every corner with daylight, creating breathtakingly healthy spaces. From show-stopping bathrooms to balcony windows that wow on first sight, every detail has been crafted for sustainable, healthy living.
Something that’s really important to me is that 90% of VELUX profits go back into helping communities across the world. It makes me happy to spend money on their products because I know how much of that’s going back to help worthwhile causes.
Georgina Hammond - Beau Property Founder and Director
Beau Property and VELUX share the same commitment when it comes to sustainable design. For Beau Property, the goal is to create homes that people love living in, with responsibility to both the community and the environment.
For VELUX, sustainability is an important part of their business model, with 90% of profits reinvested in communities worldwide. Their packaging is fully recyclable, and they pledge to backdate their carbon footprint to achieve neutrality from where their story began in 1941.
These values combined have ensured that Whitecroft Gardens isn’t just a beautiful development but one that sets a strong standard for environmentally conscious building.
We also added, in the dressing room, an extra VELUX through the build process, which really transforms it because of the amazing views.
Chris Hammond - Beau Property Founder and Director
At the centre of Whitecroft Gardens is a bold design challenge: making the most of three storeys, including what would traditionally be a dark loft space. VELUX roof windows were vital to solving this challenge as they now flood every corner with natural light.
To see the difference between rooms with and without rooflights, VELUX supported Beau Property by providing a before-and-after daylight analysis, demonstrating just how transformative daylight would be in Whitecroft Gardens. By incorporating them, the outcome is a collection of homes where bathrooms, bedrooms and even dressing spaces feel bigger and brighter. Each level has been designed to encapsulate daylight, so that each home rises above convention in every sense.
VELUX are backdating their carbon footprint to be carbon natural from when they first started the company. All their packaging is fully sustainable. You don’t have all the horrible white plastic that gets broken up into little bits and blows around the site. They’ve thought of everything from start to finish.
Chris Hammond - Beau Property founder
Daylight and fresh air are proven to stabilise mood and increase energy levels, and at Whitecroft Gardens, these aspects are built into the very fabric of the homes. With VELUX roof balcony windows that open up the bedroom to the outdoors and sun-soaked bathrooms that feel instantly calming, every detail in Whitecroft Gardens focuses on healthier living. While residents will enjoy the beautiful interiors, they will also benefit from a home designed to nurture mind and body. Beau Property’s emphasis on wellbeing pushes the housebuilding industry standards, one where homes that are more than just shelter but a place where homeowners can expect to flourish.
I absolutely love the balcony window and everyone that’s walked in has just say “Wow, that’s incredible”. What an amazing additional feature to be able to lay in bed on a bright, sunny Sunday morning and have that open with fresh air and light flooding through.
Georgina Hammond - Beau Property Founder and Director
Whitecroft Gardens is a significant achievement for Beau Property and VELUX, their partnership has delivered homes that balance substance and sustainability.
The feedback received on Whitecroft Gardens has been overwhelmingly positive. Features such as the roof balcony window and light-filled bathrooms have been consistently praised. To Beau Property, success is measured in two ways, one through the quality of the build and two, from knowing future residents will love where they live.
This collaboration has demonstrated what can be achieved when developers and partners unite with similar goals.
Beau Property is dedicated to supporting local communities and promoting inclusivity in construction. From funding school projects and healthcare initiatives to mentoring women in the industry, our contributions make a lasting impact.
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Trevor Smith
National Housing Manager
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