Mixed Use Regeneration
For many years, CSC has focused on major
regeneration schemes; all our centres were
built on brownfield land. The company’s
expertise lies in the creation of schemes
tailor-made to their location, creating retail-led
mixed
use development experience that responds
to the needs of the local community and contributes
to its economic vitality. Our shopping centres
include a mix of leisure activities, including
restaurants and cafés and, as appropriate,
incorporate cinemas, bowling, ice-rinks,
indoor funfairs, leisure centres, office
and residential accommodation.
Long-Term Investment
The company strongly believes that the long-term performance of its shopping centres is inextricably linked with the long-term success of the towns and cities in which they are located. CSC has the ability to provide first class modern facilities that blend with the traditional fabric of a town, integrating and improving local transport, enhancing the urban scene and creating new employment opportunities.
We recognise the importance of working
closely with the local community. Our schemes
demonstrate our ability and understanding
of working in partnership with local authorities,
whether through co-ownership, such as at
Eldon Square in Newcastle, or as planning
authority, in the case of, The Chimes in
Uxbridge. The early establishment of these
relationships and structured lines of communication
enable the effective resolution of key
issues.
Delivery and Understanding of Occupiers’ Requirements
CSC’s ability to deliver projects within agreed timescales is based on
setting realistic targets coupled with the knowledge that areas of risk need
to be identified and managed at the outset. This approach has ensured that once
construction has started a clear programme is identified and each of our developments
has been completed on programme. Each of our existing centres has been developed
to meet the requirements of one or more major department stores and understanding
retailers’ operational needs underlies this approach. For example, the
schemes in Nottingham, Bristol, Watford and Newcastle all include a John Lewis,
and
in addition, proposals are being developed to incorporate a department store
for
them in Oxford, Cardiff and other possible locations.
Consultation and Community Involvement
Key to the successful delivery of our projects has been extensive consultation with the public and stakeholders. CSC believes that consultation and design are an evolutionary and combined process. Consultation begins at the start of a project and continues through the development period and beyond. Our centre management teams maintain close relationships with the local stakeholders and regular research helps to ensure that the centre responds to the needs of its local community.
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