Hill and L&Q celebrate Kew Bridge Rise completion

The Hill Group and L&Q have completed Kew Bridge Rise, a major regeneration project in Brentford that has transformed a former Citroën dealership and workshop site into a new mixed-use neighbourhood.

Delivered in three phases through a joint venture, the scheme provides 441 homes, including studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses, with 50 per cent designated as affordable housing through Shared Ownership and Affordable Rent. The tenure-blind design aims to create an inclusive community with homes for people at different life stages.

Designed by Hawkins Brown, the £90 million development features five distinctive buildings arranged within a landscape-led masterplan that reflects Brentford’s industrial and riverside heritage. It also adds new local amenities, such as independent cafés and shops, a residents’ gym, co-working space, a concierge service, a lounge, landscaped communal areas, play spaces, and a future nursery. Public realm improvements strengthen connections between the river and Brentford town centre, while the “W” gateway structure at Starling House creates a clear entrance and public plaza.

Sustainability is central to the scheme, with air-source heat pumps, solar panels, EV charging points and biodiversity measures including insect hotels. The development also encourages walking and cycling through pedestrian-friendly routes and cycle facilities. Beyond the physical place-making, Hill and L&Q say the project has generated more than £64.6 million in social value through apprenticeships, work placements, community projects and support for local schools, charities and residents.

“Kew Bridge Rise represents our shared ambition with Hill to deliver homes that support people’s aspirations,” said David Lewis, executive group director of property and investment at L&Q.

The completion marks an important milestone in Brentford’s wider regeneration and reinforces both organisations’ commitment to high-quality, mixed-tenure communities across London and the Southeast.