Historic mill transformed into £18m residential scheme
A dilapidated mill in Bradford has been transformed into what the developer describes as “the city’s premier postcode”.
Leeds-based developer, Priestley Homes, has converted the Grade-II listed Conditioning House, which was built in the early 1900s through a special Act of Parliament, into a mixed use scheme.
In its heyday the iconic building was the only council run centre for the testing of wool in Yorkshire and saw c.70% of all UK-made wool pass through its doors. Now the £18m development features 153 modern apartments across two four storey buildings which are connected on the south side.
The resulting u-shaped structure surrounds a once-open court, with a reinstated glass roof creating a full-height atrium beneath. Restored ironwork link bridges that connected the two main mills provide 12 apartments with balcony spaces.
As a result of planning permission allowing the the developer to extend the roof upwards the site includes several duplex penthouses, including a five bedroom corner plot, which is the city’s most expensive apartment and will launch for sale in coming weeks.
Nathan Priestley, founder and chief executive officer of Priestley Homes, said: “We acquired this unique building in 2016 and immediately saw the incredible potential in restoring 30 years of neglect.
“Transforming Conditioning house into Bradford’s most exclusive address has been our labour of love for more than four years. The result is stunning: this truly historic site is home to some of Bradford’s highest quality apartments.
“We believe Conditioning House is the standard for which residential development in Bradford should look like. The city is thriving, with growing inward investment boosting the local jobs market. Our time and effort in bringing one of its most iconic buildings back into use will only add to Bradford’s appeal as a desirable place to live.”
