Planning approved for Amro’s micro-living debut in Kingston

Situated opposite Kingston Station, the existing building will be retained and extended to provide 44,185 sq ft of residential space and 11,600 sq ft of shared amenity space. Our retention strategy, reusing the existing substructure and superstructure, will help the project achieve the highest possible sustainability credentials due to the embodied carbon reuse, targeting BREEAM Outstanding, Fitwel 3* and WiredScore Platinum ratings.

The design, by HTA Architects, will transform one of the key pedestrian routes between Kingston town centre and train station, comprising three elements of five, seven and nine storeys.

There is a recognised need for new homes within Kingston, with this project making a substantial contribution to the London Plan housing target for the borough, set at 9,640 homes between 2019/20 to 2028/29. The innovative micro-living model, with extensive shared facilities including a residents’ lounge, communal kitchens and dining rooms, a wellness centre, co-working spaces, and a rooftop terrace with far-reaching London views, will help meet the needs of younger households, graduates, young professionals, and key workers.

Managing Director Raj Kotecha said: “With planning secured, we look forward to starting work on delivering our first micro-living project in a prime location directly opposite Kingston Station. Our decision to retain and repurpose the existing building, reusing the embodied carbon, will allow us to deliver one of Europe’s most sustainable residential rental assets.”

Amro Partners has over 1,600 purpose-built rental homes under development across Greater London, with a pipeline of projects coming forward in both London and regionally.