Heaton House, Birmingham

Heaton House is a residential-led, mixed-use heritage regeneration scheme located within the Jewellery Quarter Conservation Area. The development delivers 57 new homes alongside commercial space, combining the restoration of the Grade II-listed Old Heaton House — a 19th-century Georgian villa — with sensitively designed new-build elements.

The scheme carefully balances heritage preservation with contemporary development, retaining the character and significance of the historic building while introducing modern residential accommodation that complements its surroundings.

The site is located on the edge of Birmingham’s historic Sand Pits area, where past mineral extraction has resulted in variable ground conditions and a mix of soil types across the development footprint.

In addition, the presence of a Grade II-listed building required a sensitive approach to design and construction, ensuring that any structural interventions preserved the integrity and character of the existing Georgian villa.

Farrow Walsh developed a hybrid foundation solution to respond to the varying ground conditions across the site, ensuring stability for both the retained historic structure and the new-build elements.

Structural interventions were carefully designed to support the restoration of Old Heaton House while enabling its integration with the wider development. Through a coordinated approach to heritage preservation and new construction, Farrow Walsh helped deliver a scheme that successfully combines historic character with modern residential living.