Watkins House consists of a series of buildings, ranging from 3 to 5 storeys. Facilities include 58 extra-care flats on the northern part of the building with communal facilities and support services to enable independent living.

The southern part of the building provides an adjoining, but separately accessed building, which will have 20 homes for shared ownership. The design is contemporary, with brickwork detailing and decorative metal screens providing visual interest and variety.

Each of the four communal gardens will have a different character, responding to the orientation and function of the different parts of the building.