Principal Contractor | Shore Construction
Prestigious Coastal Development
Shore Construction has completed a project as main contractor for the prestigious Becton Rough development by Westcoast Lulworth Limited. This £4.8 million luxury residential project is located in the sought-after coastal village of Barton-on-Sea, Hampshire.
4 Nov 2025
AT A GLANCE
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PROJECT OVERVIEW
Becton Rough is a high-end residential development comprising six new homes in Barton-on-Sea, delivered for Westcoast Lulworth Limited.
The completed scheme includes approximately 20,000 sq. ft. of residential accommodation and comprises:
2 detached houses (Plots 5 & 6) offering spacious family living with sea views
4 three-storey townhouses (Plots 1-4) combining contemporary design with carefully considered layouts
Designed by UAN Architecture Ltd, with planning permission secured through ARC Architecture Limited, the development was created to complement the character of the local area while delivering contemporary coastal living.
Shore Construction was appointed as Main Contractor, taking responsibility for construction delivery alongside elements of detailed design, coordination, supervision, services integration and testing.
Working closely with the client, consultants and wider design team, we integrated the architectural, structural and steel packages into a single coordinated and buildable solution. Particular attention was given to structure, service integration and ceiling heights to protect the proportions and character of each home.
The completed development combines traditional coastal architecture with contemporary design, premium finishes and modern building performance.
PROJECT DELIVERY
The project was successfully delivered on time and on budget over a 75-week programme, commencing on 28 October 2024.
From initial groundworks through to final handover, Shore Construction managed all aspects of delivery with a strong focus on quality, coordination, health and safety and programme control.
The development required close collaboration between multiple consultants, disciplines and specialist contractors. Our team coordinated the various design and construction packages to ensure efficient delivery throughout the programme.
This included developing and coordinating elements of the M&E design, appropriately resourcing the works and undertaking testing to an agreed programme throughout the build.
Given the high specification of the homes, careful integration of building services was essential to maintaining the architectural intent of each property.
A comprehensive quality assurance process was undertaken throughout the final stages, including detailed inspections, testing and snagging to ensure every property met the required standards before completion.
QUALITY, COORDINATION & COMPLETION
Becton Rough presented a number of technical and coordination challenges, requiring collaboration between the architectural, structural, steel, mechanical and electrical disciplines.
Shore Construction worked closely with the design team to develop and coordinate elements of the M&E design, resolve structural interfaces and ensure the successful integration of all packages within the build programme.
Particular consideration was given to maintaining ceiling heights and the proportions of each home while accommodating the extensive building services required by the specification.
The final stages of the project included detailed inspections, testing and an intensive quality assurance and snagging process to ensure consistency across all six homes.
The development was completed within the agreed 75-week programme and on budget, providing six finished properties delivered to the required standard.
PROJECT TEAM
Working for Westcoast Lulworth Limited, Shore Construction delivered the development in collaboration with:
Architect: UAN Architecture Ltd
Planning Architect: ARC Architecture Limited
Structural Consultant: Graham Garner & Partners Ltd
Employer's Agent: DRP Ltd
The project was delivered by a dedicated Shore Construction team, including Site Manager Steve Seymour, Dan Rattew, Simon Cowell, Gary Skinner and Shai Sutton, supported by our wider operational and commercial teams.
The collaborative approach across the client, consultants, design team, contractors and Shore Construction team was central to the successful delivery of the project.
STRUCTURAL INNOVATION
The development incorporated a combination of traditional and modern construction techniques, carefully selected to suit the individual properties and their coastal setting.
Key structural elements included:
Advanced foundation solutions designed for the coastal location
Precision-engineered steel frame construction within the townhouses
Traditional cut roof construction for the detached houses
Concrete plank flooring systems for enhanced structural performance
Detailed coordination of structural, architectural and steel packages
Careful alignment of structural requirements and ceiling heights to preserve the proportions of each home
By integrating the architectural, structural and steel packages into a single buildable solution, the team successfully balanced technical requirements with the design intent of the development.
PREMIUM SPECIFICATION
Becton Rough was delivered to a high-end specification, requiring detailed planning, careful sequencing and close coordination throughout the programme.
Key elements of the specification included:
External Materials: Nelissen Rosina clay facing bricks, natural slate and Beauvoise interlocking tiles
Windows: High-performance aluminium window systems
Heating: Underfloor heating throughout with individual zone controls
Renewable Technology: Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs) providing efficient heating and hot water
Ventilation: Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) systems
Joinery: Bespoke fitted joinery and wardrobes
Lighting: Lutron RA2 Select lighting systems with room sensors
Kitchens & Sanitaryware: Premium kitchens and high-quality sanitaryware throughout
Delivering this specification required extensive coordination of architectural, structural and building services packages. Shore Construction developed and coordinated elements of the M&E design to ensure all services were successfully integrated within the architectural and structural constraints of each property.
SUSTAINABLE LIVING
Environmental performance was a key consideration throughout the development, with each home incorporating technologies designed to support energy efficiency, comfort and long-term sustainability.
Features include:
Air Source Heat Pumps providing efficient heating and hot water
MVHR Systems delivering whole-house ventilation with heat recovery
Underfloor Heating with individual room controls
High-Performance Glazing via aluminium window systems
Enhanced Building Fabric through modern insulation systems exceeding current Building Regulations
The completed homes achieved an airtightness result of 3 m³/h.m² and an SAP energy rating of B, reflecting the focus placed on performance alongside specification and design quality.
This level of performance is the result of careful detailing, extensive testing and rigorous quality assurance throughout construction.
SUSTAINABLE LIVING & RESPONSIBLE CONSTRUCTION
Becton Rough demonstrates Shore Construction's commitment to delivering exceptional residential developments through careful planning, collaborative working and responsible construction practices.
Health and safety remained a priority throughout the project, supported by structured site management, regular toolbox talks, site inspections, inductions and safety advisor visits.
Working collaboratively with our supply chain partners, the project team successfully managed the challenges of a high-specification residential development while maintaining programme, budget and quality objectives.
The result is a collection of homes that perform as well as they look, combining premium finishes, considered design and modern energy-efficient systems with strong building performance.
Delivered on time and on budget, Becton Rough provides six distinctive homes designed for comfortable, sustainable living for years to come.
CLIENT COMMENT
"We are very grateful to the whole team at Shore Construction for working collaboratively and to high standards."
We are proud to have delivered Becton Rough and to have worked alongside the client, consultants and wider project team to bring this exceptional development to completion.
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