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GURNER™ Group Commences Works on $3.75B Jam Factory Redevelopment In an exciting milestone for urban regeneration and the revival of Melbourne’s beloved Chapel Street precinct, GURNER™ Group has officially commenced demolition works at its landmark Jam Factory redevelopment. This monumental step comes just six months after GURNER™ Group and joint venture partner Qualitas acquired full ownership of the iconic site.    GURNER™ is transforming this historic Melbourne treasure into a world-class mixed-use precinct. Five luxury residential towers, 20,000sqm of retail and hospitality, 10,000sqm of commercial office space, and two hotels are set to redefine Chapel Street's storied landscape. GURNER™ Founder and Executive Chairman, Tim Gurner, said: “Commencing construction on the site is not only a significant milestone for GURNER™ Group, but also a huge leap forward for the long-awaited reinvigoration of Chapel Street. Our aspirations are to spearhead a spectacular new era for the area and the community. By designing a destination that delivers world-class architecture, design, events, retail, dining and so much more, we restore and celebrate this special part of Melbourne”.

Stephen George + Partners (SGP) is delighted to see the The Arch Company's commencement of work on transforming four dilapidated railway arches on America Street, Southwark. SGP's design combines technical expertise with historic building experience to create contemporary spaces, which nod to the industrial heritage of the arches. Located in an area undergoing significant renewal and encompassing the Low Line urban regeneration initiative, the America Street scheme will transform previously unloved arches into contemporary spaces for new leisure, food and drink and retail businesses. Santosh Patel from Pick Everard highlights the project's significance in fostering a vibrant cultural hub. Principal Architectural Technologist, Josh White, emphasises the aim for pedestrianisation and integration with the local milieu. Alan Soper, Studio Director at SGP, underscores the project's transformative potential and commitment to local revitalisation efforts. Craig McWilliam, Chief Executive at The Arch Company, said: “We’re investing £2.5m into these spaces to provide much-needed additional commercial space suitable for leisure use. Repurposing these arches is part of our ongoing programme to create fit-for-purpose spaces in which businesses can thrive. The America Street project is just one of over ten such projects for which SGP has been commissioned to develop designs. Two schemes have recently achieved planning consent in Manchester, whilst elsewhere in London Crucifix Lane and Witan Street are progressing on site. The latter is already on site and due to complete soon and comprises the refurbishment of six arches into high-specification commercial premises for light industrial use located just 16 minutes away from the City of London. To read more visit 👇 https://lnkd.in/eadrf2zd #RailwayArches #RailwayHertitage #Fitout #RailwayArchesRestored #HistoricPreservation #ArchitecturalTransformation #LondonLeisureHub #LowLineRegeneration #SustainableDevelopment #LocalBusinessSupport #AdaptiveReuse #CreativeSpaces #LondonArchitecture #SGPLeisureAndHospitality

The oldest buildings are the most sustainable buildings, and a very satisfying part of our work is being able to give an old building a new purpose and lease of life. Especially when it’s a distinctive brutalist building like this one in Sheffield city centre. Sheffield is known for its brutalist landmark buildings, such as Park Hill, the Moorfoot building, and the Moore Street electricity substation. Division House, the former Westfield offices on Division Street, is not as well-known, but it is a little brutalist gem. Working on behalf of our client MCR, we converted this building from offices into 39 residential apartments whilst retaining the ground-floor retail units on this popular city centre street. The things I particularly like about this scheme are: 🏘️ More new homes in the city centre 💰Local businesses occupy ground-floor spaces, supporting local commerce and activating the street. 🏢 Sheffield is known for its brutalist architecture, so the retention of this building contributes to local identity and distinctiveness. ✅ Breathe new life into a building whose former use had become obsolete, securing its future for many decades to come. 🏬 A good example of mixed use ‘gentle density, buildings ranging between 3-7 storeys. ♻️ Reusing the existing structure was a more sustainable alternative to demolition and the construction of a new building on the site. Division House is a project that can help bring new life into urban centres, and it is a classic example of our work.

Plans submitted for first new homes at Smithfield Birmingham Lendlease has submitted a planning application for a landmark mixed-use building within its exciting regeneration of Birmingham Smithfield. Subject to approvals, the building, designed by Bell Phillips and local practice Intervention Architecture, will overlook Manor Square and include 408 high-quality build-to-rent homes. It will be the first residential element of the regeneration of Smithfield and is planned to also feature a health and wellbeing-inspired leisure facility; as well as a mix of independent shops, bars and restaurants for the public to enjoy. Outline plans for the 17-hectare Smithfield development were unanimously approved by Birmingham City Council in June this year. Altogether the scheme will include over 3,000 new homes and will bring cultural and leisure attractions as well as new workspace for businesses. Birmingham’s historic Bull Ring Markets remain at the heart of these plans and will be housed in two new buildings. Designed with a focus on high-quality architecture, landscape, and public spaces, Smithfield Birmingham will also create up to 9,000 new jobs and deliver significant economic benefits to the city and wider West Midlands region whilst preserving the rich local heritage, particularly the historic Bull Ring Markets, which have existed for over 800 years. Selina Mason, Director of Masterplanning for Smithfield said: “This is an important step for both Lendlease and the Birmingham Smithfield regeneration scheme. These plans kick-start the transformation of this iconic site, bringing much needed new homes and spaces that support health and wellbeing and the local community. “We’re proud to be playing a part in preserving Birmingham’s historic Bull Ring Markets, while also creating a vibrant new neighbourhood that will benefit the city for generations to come and look forward to this application being considered by the City Council early next year.”

SEVEN incredible skyscrapers set to transform Sydney’s skyline by 2030. 💎 TOP LEFT: A 40-storey skyscraper planned for construction at Cockle BayWharf overlooking Pyrmont Bridge. The 63,000 sqm office tower will be at the heart of the $650m revamp of Cockle Bay. BOTTOM LEFT: 338 Pitt Street. Twin 80-storey skyscrapers connected by a skybridge and comprising 592 residences and a hotel. Planning approval has been given for the $726m project. TOP MIDDLE: The Atlassian Tower. Set to be one of the world’s tallest hybrid timber structures. The $1bn development will be built next to Central Station. MIDDLE: Central Place Sydney. Featuring two commercial towers of 36 and 38 stories, that will be the flagship development of the new Tech Central precinct. It will be one of the ‘most sustainable commercial developments in Australia’ when complete. BOTTOM MIDDLE: 55 Pitt Street. Designed by SHoP Architects and Woods Bagot, 55 Pitt is a $1bn 56-storey skyscraper set to transform downtown Sydney’s skyline. TOP RIGHT: One Circular Quay. A world-class residential tower currently under construction by Lendlease. Featuring 158 luxury apartments and a Waldorf Astoria hotel. Due for completion in 2026. BOTTOM RIGHT: 505 George Street. An 80-storey skyscraper approved for construction. The $1bn development from Mirvac will be the tallest residential skyscraper in Sydney when complete.

🌟 Crown Square: The Latest Landmark by Al Mannan Real Estate & Builders 🌟 🏢 Crown Square marks another significant milestone in our mission to transform urban landscapes. Al Mannan Real Estate & Builders proudly presents this innovative project, designed to set new standards in luxury and convenience. 🏗️ Project Features: • Prime Location: Strategically situated for unparalleled accessibility. • Modern Amenities: Tailored to enhance your living experience. • Sustainable Design: Built with eco-friendly materials for a greener future. • Innovative Architecture: Combining aesthetics and functionality seamlessly. 💼 Why Choose Crown Square? Whether you’re an investor seeking high returns or a homeowner looking for your dream residence, Crown Square offers unmatched opportunities for growth and sophistication. 🔗 Join Us on This Journey: Stay updated with the latest developments and investment opportunities by connecting with us. Let’s build a prosperous future together. 📈 #RealEstate #InvestmentOpportunities #LuxuryLiving #SustainableDevelopment #UrbanLiving #HighReturns #PropertyInvestment #ModernArchitecture #MarketGrowth #SmartInvesting #EcoFriendlyBuilding #FutureReady #AlMannanRealEstate

Metropolis has been featured in Architecture Today, where Ben Cross from General Projects reviews what the market for retrofit is like at the moment. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/erBdb6R7 B&K Structures delivered the CLT floor decks and roof, CLT upstands and structural steelwork elements for #Metropolis, on behalf of ISG. “Metropolis is retrofit at its most radical. This is a building that, seven years ago, would have been one of the 50,000 that are demolished every year to make way for a shiny new build – out with the old, in with the new. So the brief was simple. Reset the standard for what a refurbishment can achieve and deliver. Fast-forward over half a decade and we are only six months away from completion of one of the highest performing, amenity-rich and most sustainable developments in London. All rekindled from a Richard Seifert mid-century classic that was commissioned originally for Woolworths as their UK headquarters. It’s difficult to distil what is truly special about this building. We’ve created market-leading amenity throughout the whole building, given every floor a private garden, extended the building by 50 per cent using mass timber, planted over 4,000 trees, saved 4,240 tonnes of carbon through building re-use, achieved BREEAM Outstanding, removed all fossil fuels from our energy supply and we were the first building in London to achieve AirRated Platinum. It really is a building of superlatives. But if you were to say one thing about it, I would hope it is proof that radically reinventing an existing building is not only better for the planet, but delivers better product too.” Find out more about our work in the #Refurbishment and #Retrofit sector here: www.bkstructures.co.uk Henderson Park Capital Partners and General Projects alongside Heyne Tillett Steel, Stora Enso and Allford Hall Monaghan Morris. #construction #sustainability #sustainableconstruction #timberconstruction #masstimber #engineeredtimber #offsitesolutions #netzero #carbon #jobs #buildingdesign #builtenvironment #timber #masstimberconstruction #zerocarbonfuture #timberbuilding #masswoodbuilding #engineeredtimber #offsiteconstruction #timberconstruction #construction #sustainable #building B&K Hybrid Solutions

Architects working on the hybrid planning application include #Maccreanor Lavington, #SheppardRobson, #dRMM, #HaworthTompkins and #Serie. How Sheppard Robson’s 42-storey tower will look Others working on the development include consultants T&T, Cast, Hoare Lea, G&T and WSP. Two towers of 42 and 27 storeys, designed by Sheppard Robson and Maccreanor Lavington respectively, have been criticised as being too high, according to objections filed on Kensington & Chelsea’s planning portal. The other local authority determining the application, Hammersmith & Fulham, has not made comments publicly available on its site. Sheppard Robson’s 42-storey tower will comprise 278 homes for open market sale as well as a lounge, workspace and gym at level one. Levels 39 and 40 would feature a double-height conservatory and private dining area with two terraces. Meanwhile, Maccreanor Lavington’s 27-storey tower will provide 202 homes and comprise a mix of studios, one to three bedroom flats and two town houses. But in a joint statement, the #Kensington, #Hammersmith, #Fulham and #EarlsCourt Societies and the London Forum #LillieRoadResidentsAssociation said the tallest tower is “about the same height as the “Walkie-Talkie” building on #FenchurchStreet and would dominate local views for miles around”.  #ECDC said: “We are committed to delivering beautiful, well-designed and sustainable buildings of the highest quality. Delivered in the first phase, our taller buildings will demonstrate the design excellence of the new Earls Court, putting it on the London skyline.” In all, 4,000 homes are planned with the first residents expected to move in in 2030. Later phases will be built out over the following years with completion of the wider scheme scheduled for 2041.

Located on the banks of the River Lee Navigation Canal, Kingfisher Place is a row of four three-storey houses, blending both contemporary and traditional design choices. All units were sold quickly, such is the demand for high-quality housing in London’s suburbs. Meeting the capital’s housing demand is more than just a numbers game - it’s about choosing the right locations close to the amenities that people want, and that starts right at the beginning, when identifying vacant land or disused buildings that have development potential. That is where you come in - if you are aware of any similar sites that have this potential, then get in touch to enquire about a collaboration opportunity! #LandDevelopment #JointVentures #CollaborationOpportunities #PropertyDevelopment #Planning #PlanningPermission #ResidentialDevelopment #CommercialDevelopment #MixedUseDevelopment

is this the housing Londoners need? Another example of beautiful architecture, for sure... But at the cost of £400-800 millions, plus the lost revenue from office space: how can the results be a truly integrated and inclusive community? How can it represent a contribution to sustainable development goals? Surely worth doing if luxury homes make it viable if offices are no longer required. But let's be honest: this is a real estate operation, skilfully designed. Not a way to propose a sustainable neighborhood.