Location: Rothley, Leicestershire 
Client: Davidsons Homes 
Project Type: Large-scale, multi-phase residential development 

 

Project Overview 

Harlow Timber has maintained a strong working relationship with Davidsons Homes since their establishment in circa 2008. Over that time, we have supported a wide range of high-quality residential developments across the Midlands, contributing to Davidsons’ reputation for delivering design-led, premium housing. 

One of the most significant collaborations is Broadnook Garden Village, located on the edge of Rothley in Leicestershire. As Davidsons Homes’ flagship development, Broadnook represents a major long-term project, with delivery expected to span more than a decade. Harlow Timber has been selected as a key supply partner, providing engineered timber solutions across multiple phases of the scheme. 

 

Scope of Supply 

  • I-joists  
  • Roof trusses  
  • Internal timber components  

 

Key Highlights 

  • Longstanding partnership: Supporting Davidsons Homes since circa 2008 across multiple developments  
  • Flagship scheme: Broadnook Garden Village is a major, long-term residential project delivered over multiple phases  
  • Engineered timber solutions: Focus on high-performance I-joists alongside full timber structural components  
  • Consistent structural quality: Reliable supply across a wide range of house types  
  • Designed for modern living: Floor systems that support flexible layouts and efficient service integration  
  • Sustainable community focus: Development built around garden village principles and long-term placemaking  

 

Outcome 

Broadnook Garden Village demonstrates Harlow Timber's ability to support large-scale, phased residential developments with consistency, reliability, and technical expertise. The use of I-joists across the scheme plays a key role in delivering high-performance floor structures that align with modern housebuilding requirements. 

Working in close partnership with Davidsons Homes, Harlow Timber continues to provide dependable supply across multiple phases, ensuring structural quality is maintained throughout the development. This ongoing collaboration reinforces our position as a trusted partner to leading housebuilders, capable of supporting complex, long-term projects at scale.