Witham Witham Essex As part of a wider development, this retirement living scheme forms part of the ongoing Gershwin Park neighbourhood in Witham, Essex. The project provides a dedicated later living community comprising 46 one- and two-bedroom apartments within a central building and 19 two-bedroom bungalows arranged in a courtyard setting. Alongside these homes, the wider application also includes a 72-bed care home creating a broad range of accommodation for older residents. The retirement living apartment building will additionally contain space for up to four retailers, adding convenience and amenities for residents and the wider community. The site is located to the south of Witham. Gershwin Park is an established residential and mixed-use development area, already containing supermarkets, schools, and a public house, into which this scheme integrates as a complementary element. The design and material palette draw from both local historical and modern architecture, using varied tones and patterns of brick and colourful render. A key aspect of the masterplan is the creation of generous green space for residents. Landscaped areas include a central shared garden for retirement living and care home residents, and public open space adjoining the bungalows, alongside private gardens for each home. Courtyards, planting, and seating areas link the different parts of the scheme, balancing opportunities for interaction with privacy.
