22/10/2026
: The Mere, Bolton 🏘️
This week, we’re looking back at our work on The Mere development in Bolton, where BTP Architects helped to deliver a ‘blind to tenure’ neighbourhood of 130 mixed dwellings.
The former brownfield site was transformed into a mixture of houses, bungalows and apartments, with the buildings and external environments designed in collaboration with an artist, as per Bolton council’s ‘percent-for-art’ policy - enhancing community regeneration through creative arts projects.
Despite its urban location, the site was surrounded by green spaces which also imparted on the final design.
BTP worked closely with Contour Housing, Bardsley Construction, Bolton MC and Irwell Valley Housing on the development, ensuring they delivered on each of the four clients’ specific briefs.
The Mere is a great example of extensive collaborative working and the development of an inner city neighbourhood.