Multi-million pound conversion of historic mill gets under way

The £11m residential conversion of Horsforth Mill in Leeds is under way.

Building consultancy Powell Williams has been appointed by developer Khalsmith Developments to oversee the creation of 89 new one- and two-bedroom apartments at the site in Low Lane.

The first images have now been released of how the building will look once the project completes later this year.

Originally a textile factory, Horsforth Mill was built in 1904.

The building, which lies within the Horsforth, Cragghill and Woodside Conservation Area, was later extended and used as office accommodation, but has been vacant for a number of years.

Demolition of the 1960s extension and outbuildings has already been completed. Refurbishment of the original mill has begun along with construction of two new build sections.

Car parking and the central courtyard will provide a total of 115 parking spaces and there will be secure storage for up to 28 bikes.

The project will see the landmark mill house a total of 34 apartments and a single storey upwards extension will house nine two-bedroom penthouse apartments.

Two new builds will complete the scheme, clad in a stone to complement the original mill. A five-storey new build directly adjacent to the existing mill will house 50 apartments over an under-croft parking area, while a separate two-storey building on the other side of the courtyard will house the final five apartments.

Paul Scourfield, Powell Williams partner and head of the Leeds office, said: “Horsforth Mill has lain empty for a number of years and previous works have not been sympathetic, so it was in a sorry state. This project will revitalise the building and bring it back into use, giving it a new lease of life and protecting it for the future.

“This project has seen the removal of the mid-century additions which had no historic value, which are now being replaced with well-thought-out, carefully designed new build sections. We are protecting and restoring the historic parts and the team has worked closely with local conservation officers over the design and materials. We’re pleased to have a scheme that will not only look great and pay homage to the original landmark building, but that will also provide high quality new homes for local people.”

The scheme was designed by West and Matchell Architects with Timothy Stowler engineering consultants, and work is being carried out by main contractor Landstock Developments (Northern) Limited.

The project is expected to be complete by June 2018.

 

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