Budleigh East Apartments is a mixed-use infill, master planned community off Oberlin Road in Raleigh, North Carolina. This redevelopment project transforms the former Country Club Homes apartment site into a vibrant neighborhood that provides density while harmonizing with the historic character of the surrounding areas.
The Budleigh East project is a collaborative effort among several esteemed organizations:
- Williams Realty & Building Company: Serving as a key developer, they bring extensive experience in residential construction and project development.
- Grubb Ventures: A prominent real estate investment firm contributing to the project’s development and strategic planning.
- Clancy & Theys Construction Company: Providing construction expertise to ensure quality and efficiency in building practices.
This partnership ensures that Budleigh East benefits from a wealth of experience in development, construction, and project management.
WithersRavenel, a multidisciplinary consulting firm specializing in engineering, landscape architecture, planning, and surveying services, spearheaded the site design and land planning for Budleigh East. Their approach emphasizes creating communities that enhance people’s health, happiness, and well-being.
For Budleigh East, WithersRavenel’s expertise is evident in the neighborhood’s layout, which includes:
- Diverse Housing Options: Approximately 23 single-family homes, 26 brownstones, 13 cottages, and an iconic senior living community, known as Hayes Barton Place, provide a range of living choices to accommodate different lifestyles.
- Integration with Surroundings: The design respects the unique character and beauty of the property and neighboring areas, ensuring a seamless blend with the existing community fabric through architectural style, monumentation, and traditional landscape design (through collaboration with Liggett Design Group, PLA).
- Connectivity and Accessibility: Thoughtful placement of residences and communal spaces promotes walkability and easy access to amenities.
Budleigh East exemplifies a successful collaboration between developers and design professionals to create a community that honors its historical context while providing modern living options. WithersRavenel’s expertise in site design, placemaking, and landscape architecture ensures that Budleigh East is not only functional but also enriches the lives of its residents.