Speedwell

70 New Homes and Commercial Space

Ercle were approached in 2026 by MG Holdings to explore the further development of their site in Speedwell, Bristol. The developer had already secured permission for the development of 80 apartments under Class MA permitted development rights and had successfully completed these initial works. Seeking to maximise the site's potential, the client approached Ercle to develop a comprehensive scheme for the remaining portion of the land.

The new proposal delivers 70 new apartments alongside dedicated start-up office spaces, creatively achieved through the use of modified shipping containers. A key focus of the design is the effective organisation of spaces and access routes to successfully facilitate a vibrant, mixed-use environment for both living and working.

The project is heavily sustainability-led, most notably featuring the UK’s only vertical solar PV wall. Ultimately, the scheme champions the sustainable regeneration of redundant brownfield land, delivering much-needed, high-quality housing in an ideal location close to places of work, educational facilities, and nearby parks.