What is slo?
Simple Living Opportunities. Just like the global slow food movement, our philosophy is about appreciating the simple things in life and reconnecting with nature. The slo home is a flexible space with the kitchen at its heart, promoting the enjoyment of the simple act of cooking and eating, and the bringing together of individuals.

The bigger picture
The slo homes comprise 30 two, three and four bedroom houses located to the south of Newhall, overlooking an abundance of mature landscape.

At slo, there is as much importance placed on living outdoors as indoors, with al-fresco courtyards and gardens serving as an extension of the family home. The aim is to break the boundary between internal and external environments, increasing the amount of living space and integrating the home with the surrounding landscape.

The external layout at South Chase and throughout Newhall reiterates the application of tradition within the modern living environment. Whilst the architecture belongs to the 21st Century, the colours, texture and use of materials ensure that the buildings reflect the landscape and their surroundings.

Location
The slo homes are part of the imaginative, award-winning development Newhall, in Harlow. Located on the Essex-Hertfordshire border, this is the entranceway to the beautiful English countryside of East Anglia, but also benefits from excellent local amenities and transport links.

Community & Ecology
Every home is intended to be within 60 metres of green space, and the street layout enables all residents to easily reach the neighbourhood centre. Provisions for traffic calming, and the preservation of woodland, hedgerows and streams, means the stunning, imaginatively designed homes integrate with the beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Newhall has been designed entirely with the environment in mind. New trees are nearly all local species. Reed beds filter rainwater run-off, which is collected and recycled. Wherever possible, materials used are obtained from easily renewable sources and all homes meet energy efficient standards in excess of current building regulations.