Woodland View

  • Location

    Preston

  • Client

    Progress Housing

  • Contract Value

    c.£3.4m.

  • People
The Brief

Woodland View is a development of 21 private homes in Wrea Green, Fylde, designed for Concert Homes. Set beside woodland in the Lancashire countryside, the circa £3.4m scheme offers a mix of three-, four- and five-bedroom houses.

The homes combine traditional external character with contemporary interiors, bringing together spacious family accommodation, open-plan living and energy-efficient design within a semi-rural setting.

Inspired by the setting

BTP has designed a range of executive homes that sit naturally beside woodland and the Fylde countryside

Our Role

BTP provided architectural services, working closely with Concert Homes (part of Progress Group) to deliver a varied collection of contemporary homes suited to different household sizes. 

Our approach brought together a range of house designs, practical internal layouts and high-quality specifications, balancing the expectations of modern family living with the development’s Lancashire setting. 

Distinctive homes with kerb appeal.

BTP designed the homes with buyers in mind. We worked closely with the developer to create desirable homes for families and young professionals. Varied elevations lend the homes individual identities, while a coordinated design approach helped the sales team communicate the development’s quality to prospective buyers.

Design Development

The woodland and countryside setting was an important starting point. We designed the development to sit comfortably within its surroundings, considering the homes together as a neighbourhood as well as individual properties. 

The three-, four- and five-bedroom house types provide different options for family life while sharing a consistent architectural approach. Traditional external styling and carefully selected materials give the development a coherent character, with a more contemporary feel inside. 

Open-plan living areas connect everyday activities, creating space for cooking, dining and spending time together. Modern fitted kitchens and well-appointed bathrooms support the client’s emphasis on quality, with buyers able to personalise finishes such as kitchen units, worktops and tiles during the early stages. 

 

Sustainability built in

Modern homes designed to use less energy.

Insulation and efficient heating help reduce energy demand, while HIVE smart controls let residents manage their heating. Electric vehicle charging points support greener journeys.

Outcomes

Woodland View brings 21 new family homes to Wrea Green, offering a range of house sizes within a development shaped by its woodland and countryside setting. 

The completed homes pair traditional external character with contemporary living spaces, combining practical layouts, quality finishes and energy-saving features. Together, they reflect the developer’s ambition to create welcoming homes that work for the families of today. 

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    Director

    Manuel Atkinson

    BA (Hons), M.Arch, ARB, RIBA, Dip.DEA

    Director

    Manuel Atkinson

    BA (Hons), M.Arch, ARB, RIBA, Dip.DEA

    I joined BTP in 2008, qualified as an Architect in 2013, and progressed to Director in 2017. Over my career, I’ve built extensive expertise across the full range of design criteria for housing, later living, and care environments, including HQI, DQS, Lifetime Homes, HAPPI, NDSS, and Building Regulations accessibility standards.

    Sustainability is a core part of my professional focus. I am an accredited Energy Assessor for both new-build and existing homes (OCDEA / DEA) as well as a certified Home Quality Mark Assessor and PAS2035 Retrofit Designer / Assessor. Within BTP, I lead many of our sustainability initiatives; developing strategies to help clients realise their ambitions, meet zero-carbon targets, and align with the Future Homes Standard.

    Since 2013, I have also played a key role in enhancing BTP’s BIM (Building Information Modelling) capability. I have achieved multiple BRE qualifications, including ISO 19650 accreditation, enabling me to manage BIM processes and workflows effectively across our projects.

    In 2024, I joined the RIBA Principal Designer Register, gaining Principal Designer status with High‑Risk Building (HRB) expertise for both CDM and Building Regulations following rigorous training and examination. I now act as Building Regulations Principal Designer across a range of new‑build and refurbishment schemes, providing trusted guidance to clients and development teams.

    My advanced knowledge of BIM, sustainability, and the Building Safety Act also sees me deliver regular training, CPD sessions, and workshops for Registered Providers and contractors.
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    Architect

    Oli Martin

    BA(Hons), M.Arch, ARB

    Architect

    Oli Martin

    BA(Hons), M.Arch, ARB

    I am an ARB-registered Architect at BTP Architects, primarily working on new-build residential, social housing and extra-care projects. I hold a BA (Hons) and M.Arch from Liverpool John Moores University and joined BTP in 2022, qualifying as an architect in 2024.

    My approach is grounded in clarity, proportion and considered design. I am interested in housing that is composed and enduring, architecture that prioritises long-term value and resident wellbeing over fashion or novelty. For me, good residential design is measured, durable and carefully integrated within its wider community.

    I am developing in the role of Project Architect and have particular strength in drawing and technical coordination across all RIBA stages. I enjoy the analytical side of projects, testing layouts, refining detail and working through complex requirements to arrive at clear, buildable solutions that respond to both client and community needs. I have also begun contributing to projects involving Higher Risk Buildings, engaging with the evolving regulatory framework and its implications for residential design.

    Outside of practice, I enjoy spending time with my family, travelling and listening to podcasts focused on history, politics and wellbeing. I am also a lifelong supporter of Liverpool F.C.
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    Brimas Construction

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    CPC Project Services Ltd

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