This renewal project transforms a long-vacant residential block into a modern, accessible and socially impactful housing development. 

The renovation of 180 – 187 Townsend Street for the Peter McVerry Trust had DBFL Consulting Engineers as civil and structural designers. Sustainability was a core objective throughout the project and DBFL adhered to the principle of minimal intervention and maximum retention of the existing structures. However, the building also needed to be fit for purpose for modern needs. The original internal stairwells were removed and infilled to create a larger floor area to meet current building standards and access to the upper floors is now via an external walkway.