Abbey Place establishes a bold set- piece of high-quality buildings in conjunction with the arrival of the forthcoming Crossrail station and regeneration of Thamesmead estate, providing 72 per cent affordable housing. The apartments, commercial space and improved public realm will create a benchmark for the ongoing rejuvenation of an historic residential community and a landmark representing high standard living. The sustainable passive design approach provides natural ventilation and lighting, as well as rooftop garden spaces for residents. Particularly innovative is the heating and hot water infrastructure, which will be connected to an existing district heating scheme. Homes range from one to three bedrooms and have been designed to maximise the use of space and the sites east and west locale.