The awards are run by the CCS, an independent not-for-profit organisation that works with the construction industry and the public to raise standards and build trust. For over 25 years, the organisation has strived to improve the impact of construction on local communities, the environment and workers alike.
This year, the ceremony was held at The Brewery venue in London and Lovell took home bronze awards for The Mill development and St Mellons Community Living Project in Cardiff, Augustus Grange in Haverfordwest, Elderwood Parc in Portskewett, and Locke Gardens and the Ringland Regeneration scheme in Newport.
The awards recognise that throughout the construction of the developments, Lovell has been a considerate neighbour to those surrounding the sites and has upheld the high standards set by the Code of Considerate Practice, which requires respect for the community, care for the environment and value of the workforce.
James Duffett, regional managing director at Lovell, said: “I am thrilled that six of our sites have achieved bronze awards at the CCS Awards. At Lovell, we take the important standards set by the Considerate Constructors Scheme very seriously and work hard to ensure we live up to them throughout all stages of construction and development.
“It’s incredibly rewarding to see that hard work recognised in this way, and I would like to thank everyone who worked on the six sites for the dedication, skill and cooperation that made this possible.”
Mark Howells, group housing director for Tirion Homes, added: "We are delighted that The Mill has achieved this status for another year at the CCS Awards. Our commitment, alongside our construction partners Lovell, has been about ensuring that we have been considerate neighbours, not just in the final phase, but across the entire development.
"It's great that this partnership has again been recognised for its ability to create value in our communities, as well as ensuring that we are respectful of the public, our workforce, and the environment. The Mill is now a thriving community hub with all our homes occupied and being enjoyed by residents."
Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities at Cardiff Council, Cllr Lynda Thorne, said: “It’s wonderful to see Lovell Partnerships' work in Cardiff and across South Wales recognised by the Considerate Constructors Scheme. The recognition of our St Mellons Community Living scheme highlights the value of strong partnerships in delivering high-quality, sustainable homes that meet the needs of our residents. Congratulations to everyone involved.”
Matthew Davies, Director of Design, Placemaking and Engagement at Hedyn, said: “We are extremely pleased that Lovell has been recognised by Considerate Constructors Scheme in its delivery of our regeneration project in Ringland, which focuses on low-carbon, energy-efficient, affordable housing which will achieve a considerable impact for the community with the transformation of the shopping centre.
“The regeneration will not only provide a much more accessible and attractive retail offer but also help us continue towards Hedyn’s goal to address the housing crisis.”
Katie Knill at Candleston Homes, Lovell’s partner on the Elderwood Parc development, said: "We are incredibly proud to see our contracting partner Lovell recognised by the Considerate Constructors Scheme for our development at Elderwood Parc, Portskewett. This award is a testament to their ongoing commitment to quality, community engagement and considerate construction practices. Congratulations to the entire team on this well-deserved achievement."
The Mill, which completed in late 2024 after 10 years of development, included 358 homes for open market sale by Lovell and 442 homes for rent – which are being managed by Cadwyn Housing Association – for Tirion Homes. The scheme went ahead with the support of the Welsh Government and financial backing from Principality Building Society, and was developed by Tirion Homes in partnership with Lovell. For more details, visit https://www.tirionhomes.co.uk/the-mill/.
Augustus Grange is being delivered with Pobl Group and providing a total of 115 new homes, 36 of which will be available through open market sale and 79 are affordable homes. To find out more, visit https://www.lovell.co.uk/developments/augustus-grange-haverfordwest/.
Elderwood Parc consists of 269 new homes and a 32-bedroom care home, being built as a design and build scheme for Hedyn (formerly Melin Homes), Candleston and Monmouthshire County Council. To find out more, visit https://candlestonhomes.co.uk/elderwood-parc/.
Locke Gardens is being delivered by Lovell in partnership with Pobl. The development will consist of 500 properties, including 286 open market sale homes, 80 affordable homes and 134 shared ownership properties, and is part of Glan Llyn – a residential-led development being delivered by St Modwen. The £1 billion regeneration project is transforming the 600-acre brownfield site and creating a major new vibrant community for South Wales, with a total of 4,000 new homes being delivered alongside community infrastructure and green, open space. To find out more, visit https://www.lovell.co.uk/developments/locke-gardens-llanwern/.
The St Mellons Community Living Project is being built by Lovell for Cardiff Council and will provide high-quality, independent living accommodation for older people. The £17.2m development will deliver a total of 60 one and two-bedroom, self-contained apartments for social rent and a wide range of communal facilities.
The Ringland Regeneration project is a large-scale transformation programme being delivered by Lovell for Hedyn (formerly Newport City Homes), bringing a new lease of life to the Ringland area of Newport. The £47 million project will see 158 new homes be provided and the Ringland shopping centre be relocated. For details on the scheme, visit https://www.newportcityhomes.com/finding-a-home/building-new-homes/ringland/.
