Bronlei Woods: Contemporary glass house in Bramley scoops prestigious Evening Standard award

There were smiles a plenty at last week’s Evening Standard New Homes Awards when Kilpark Properties scooped the coveted ‘Best Family Home’ accolade for its Bronlei Woods development in Bramley, Surrey.

The win was a coup for Kilpark Properties as it was the first time the boutique developer had entered the prestigious annual awards, which celebrate excellence in the new homes sector within London and the Home Counties.

Kilpark Properties director, John Waites, said: “We are very proud to have won the Best Family Home award. Bronlei Woods is our first housing development project in Surrey and we worked very hard to ensure the design makes the most of its ancient woodland settings.”

Founding partners, Digby Leighton-Squires and John Waites were joined by project architect Mike Cooper and construction manager Bradley Palmer to be presented with their trophy during a sophisticated ceremony hosted by comedian Jimmy Carr at The Dorchester in Park Lane, London, on Friday (May 15). Former Olympic heptathlon champion, Denise Lewis OBE, was also on stage to hand out the awards. 

In their search for the Best Family Home in London and the South East, the award judges were looking for new homes in well-located and attractive settings, which have been imaginatively designed yet with practical interiors for family living.

Designed by architect Mark Cooper, Bronlei Woods, which comprises just four highly contemporary homes just outside the leafy village of Bramley, less than five miles from Guildford, was praised for its ‘stunning’ desi

Digby Leighton-Squires added: “These homes are truly refreshing; there is nothing comparable in the area. The large areas of glazing on the front and rear elevations create light living spaces while also optimising views of the surrounding ancient woodland. This award win just goes to show that a family home doesn’t have to compromise modern design to accommodate traditional family values!”

Two of the houses at Bronlei Woods have now been reserved. Guide prices for the remaining homes start at £925,000. For more information or to arrange a private viewing, contact Pewleys Estate Agents on 01483 304344.