Three Big Constructors Take The Biscuit
Sisk, McLaren Construction and McAleer & Rushe have been appointed to build four buildings on the site at of a former biscuit factory in Bermondsey,...
Read Full ArticleMultiplex has been appointed by St John’s Wood Square Development to deliver the shell and core contract for the major redevelopment at the site of the former St John’s Wood Barracks in Westminster, London.
Totalling 5.5 acres, the development will see the transformation of the site previously occupied by the King’s Troop, Royal Horse Artillery, along with properties at 1-7 Queen’s Terrace, into a super prime residential development in central London.
The development comprises a total of 179 new homes, including 11 townhouses, 109 private and 59 affordable apartments, spread across nine buildings ranging in height from three to six storeys. The works also include the sensitive restoration of the Grade II listed Riding School building, preserving the heritage of the site.
Ready to go
Demolition of the site was completed in May 2023 and the basement construction works by McGee’s are well advanced. As a result, completion of the shell and core stage of construction is scheduled for December 2026, with the fit-out element to complete by December 2028. St John’s Wood Square Development Limited is targeting WELL Platinum and BREEAM Excellent certification for the shell and core construction.
The Master Plan Architect for the scheme is Squire & Partners. Wilkinson Eyre, one of the world's leading architectural practices are responsible for the heritage works.
Landscaping will be by Andy Sturgeon Design Callum Tuckett, UK MD at Multiplex, says: “The St John’s Wood Square scheme is one of the most prestigious and eagerly anticipated residential developments in central London, so Multiplex is understandably proud to continue our involvement into the next stages of construction.”
Sir George Iacobescu, chairman at St John’s Wood Square Limited (the appointed development manager), says: “We are committed to delivering residences of the highest quality and craftsmanship, and Multiplex, delivering the shell and core, will be a central part of our vision.
Picture: St John’s Wood Square.
Article written by Cathryn Ellis
28th November 2024