Glasgow

In Glasgow's New Gorbals district, Cottonyards blends modern apartments with the industrial heritage of the B-listed TwoMax building – a former cotton spinning mill built in 1820. The area is becoming increasingly popular, offering housing at an affordable price point particularly aimed at young professionals working in the city centre less than a mile away.

One standout development in the city’s West End is The Old Schoolhouse, the original Napiershall Street Primary School. The Victoria Building was constructed in 1900 and has been restored and transformed into characterful homes while retaining its traditional architecture. The new build apartment block located in the former school playground marries classic and contemporary design. This striking conversion offers residents a unique blend of period features and modern amenities, creating a truly distinctive living space. Situated in an historically rich part of Glasgow, The Old Schoolhouse development provides stylish, energy efficient apartments whilst supporting the city’s commitment to preserving its architectural heritage.

Birmingham

Birmingham's ‘Big City Plan’, which was launched in 2010, is a 20-year masterplan which has already seen a major redevelopment of New Street Station, improved public transport connections and the pedestrianisation of large parts of the city centre.

Further regeneration efforts are evident in areas like the Smithfield development, which is transforming former markets into a vibrant mixed-use neighbourhood, and the city’s Jewellery Quarter, which is part of a heritage-led regeneration scheme and is becoming increasingly popular with relocators and young professionals. Residential development within the Jewellery Quarter includes the restoration of an original Grade II listed building at The Pressworks, and the new Setl scheme on Ludgate Hill which blends the area’s rich heritage with contemporary living.

Manchester

In the past 20 years, Manchester has been transformed into an economic force as a result of regeneration. Home to fine universities, including the University of Manchester which has one of the best graduate retention rates in the country at 51%, the city also has one of the largest student populations in Europe.

It is an attractive city for overseas students and investors, and is a vibrant hub filled with retail and leisure spaces, with plenty of arts venues, food spots, and other leisure activities.

Developments such as Contour, Waterhouse Gardens, and Victoria Riverside are situated in areas undergoing exciting regeneration, offering modern homes in vibrant, up-and-coming districts and benefiting from enhanced transport links and a thriving cultural scene.

Wembley, London

Beyond its globally-recognised stadium, Wembley is the vibrant and diverse home to one of the largest regeneration projects in England. Designated an ‘Opportunity Area’ in the London Plan, the revitalisation project for Wembley is wide-ranging – including aesthetic upgrades and environmental improvements alongside new youth facilities, public artwork and a variety of smaller projects designed to celebrate culture and the community.

The regeneration of this gateway location aims to play a substantial role in linking the established Wembley Central area with the emerging Wembley Park area around the stadium.

Developments such as The Pages, which offers residents a concierge, lounge, and co-working spaces, form an integral part of the regeneration of Wembley. This ambitious programme has already delivered significant improvements, including new homes, commercial spaces, and public amenities. Looking ahead, the regeneration aims to deliver over 15,000 new homes and 10,000 new jobs, with plans for new parks, leisure facilities, and cultural venues.

Reading

As well as a major town centre regeneration, Reading also has its own ambitions to be net zero by 2030. Reading’s Minster Quarter, a 5.2-acre site in the heart of the town and formerly occupied by the Civic Centre, will become a new gateway to and from Russell Street, the Castle Hill Conservation Area and the residential areas of west Reading.

The proposals aim to deliver a mixed-use community which generates new housing, employment opportunities and quality public spaces while incorporating a positive street scene and places for people to shop, eat and enjoy Reading's thriving arts and culture.

Brook Place, a collection of one and two bedroom apartments, is located in Lower Caversham – just to the north of Reading’s town centre and within walking or cycling distance too. A bus stop less than 100 metres from the development also provides easy access to the amenities of a town that is set to be revitalised. Nearby Reading Railway Station offers excellent rail links to London, Oxford and beyond.

Further information

Contact Jennifer Goldie or Lori McPherson