Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering
JMS recently completed works on the Hoxton Street, mixed-use residential and commercial development. Foundation and basement works featured piled foundations and reinforced concrete (RC) pile caps, along with a contiguous piled retaining wall and liner walls for basement stability. The basement houses technical rooms, bike storage facilities for over 60 bicycles, and utility areas.
The brief
JMS recently completed works on the Hoxton Street, mixed-use residential and commercial development. Foundation and basement works featured piled foundations and reinforced concrete (RC) pile caps, along with a contiguous piled retaining wall and liner walls for basement stability. The basement houses technical rooms, bike storage facilities for over 60 bicycles, and utility areas.
Engineering response
The superstructure includes a five-storey RC frame with RC downstand beams and columns, creating large, open-plan ground-floor commercial spaces. Upper floors are dedicated to residential units, complemented by communal areas and private gardens.
Delivery detail
Sustainable urban drainage systems (SuDS) were integrated, reusing existing connections to meet regulations. Elevation designs included privacy screens, ensuring functional and aesthetic value.
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