Redrow is building 200 timber - framed homes in a Cambridgeshire - based regeneration scheme to address a shortage of concrete blocks and speed up the build process . Although the use of concrete comes at a higher cost to Redrow , the time saved on the project helps recoup costs , according to Tonia Tyler , managing director for Redrow in the south Midlands . Four - bedroom homes at the Alconbury Weald development are priced from £ 339,950 ( $ 441,969 ) and available in a range of styles . Already home to a pub , gym and café , the neighbourhood will soon include a community park , a sports facility and a shop .
Redrow is building 200 timber-framed homes in a Cambridgeshire-based regeneration scheme to address a shortage of concrete blocks and speed up the build process. Although the use of timber comes at a higher cost to Redrow, the time saved on the project will recoup savings, according to Tonia Tyler, sales director for Redrow in the south Midlands. Four-bedroom homes at the Alconbury Weald development are priced from £339,950 ($441,969) and available in a range of styles. Already home to a school, gym and café, the neighbourhood will soon receive a community park, a play facility and a shop.