Construction and property consultancy, Summers-Inman, has been appointed to two major regeneration projects in Sheffield, both of which form part of the city’s ongoing redevelopment. In both cases, the developer behind the projects is York-based Grantside – well known for its hugely successful Quorum Business Park in Newcastle and the Bonding Warehouse, York. At The Hive, Kelham Island the first Carbon Net Zero building will be developed, and Summers-Inman will be responsible for cost consultancy and project management. Located on Bowling Green Street, The Hive includes 100 co-living studios, spread over five floors and is designed with a focus on a curated community living style. It will offer residents facilities such as communal kitchens, roof top allotments, laundry/café facilities and dedicated working and rest zones, whilst at ground floor level, commercial units will provide space for start-ups, independent traders and entrepreneurs looking for creative and inspirational space to grow their businesses. The second project, known as 190 Norfolk Street and located on the corner of Charles and Norfolk Street, is also a Net Carbon Zero scheme. Seen as an architectural exemplar of design for Sheffield, it will overlook the award-winning public space, Peace Gardens. Summers-Inman has an expanded brief on this project, also taking on the role of principal designer. Grantside’s proposals for this six-storey office development were approved by Sheffield City Council’s Planning Committee in November 2022. This mixed-use office development, which is set to become a new landmark location in the heart of Sheffield’s commercial district, has again been designed with wellbeing and sustainability at its core. It will include around 2,200 sq ft of retail and active space on the ground floor, with 19,500 sq ft of flexible office space above. Designed for multi or single occupancy, the building benefits from excellent natural daylight, local controllable ventilation and terraces at each floor level giving access to outdoor space and will be completed to shell and core standard for fit-out by the incoming tenant(s). Summers-Inman was appointed to both projects following the submission of a competitive fee bid. Speaking about the firm’s appointment, North-East based John Harvey, associate director of Summers-Inman, is delighted to be working with Grantside’s Steve Davis again after a break of some years. He said: “We last worked on a project with Steve about ten years ago. Since then, as a construction consultancy, we have greatly increased our capacity and developed our expertise on inner city projects, making us perfectly placed for this appointment, which we hope is the first of many for Grantside. “We are just about to embark on detailed designs for both schemes and then we can go out to tender. I expect that construction will begin at The Hive in Bowling Green Lane first, later this year. “As a Net Carbon Zero building, the conservation of energy will be a key aspect of the final design. In seeking a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating for both buildings, every opportunity will be taken to reduce their carbon footprint with the use of recycled materials, cross-laminated timber, rainwater harvesting and the incorporation of planting with bee-friendly flowers and foliage.” Steve Davis, Managing Director of Grantside Developments, added: “As a developer we always adopt a ‘people first’ approach to design, embracing wellness, the environment and technology. The human interfaces of our projects are always our starting point and I believe that both of these projects demonstrate our philosophy well. “We have taken the utmost care in designing the buildings to ensure they achieve the highest quality standards and we are very much looking forward to beginning the process of collaborating with Summers-Inman and the rest of the design team to take our plans to the next stage.” It is hoped the two-stage tender for The Hive will be launched before the end of April with construction likely to start around 20 weeks later, allowing for work on the detailed building design with the chosen contractor.

Lincolnshire-based commercial interior design and fit out company, APSS, has launched a new brochure designed to showcase the company’s expertise and provide clients with a comprehensive overview of its services. The new brochure, which is available to download on the APSS website, highlights the innovative and functional workspaces, from concept and design through to construction and installation. It showcases the company’s unique selling points, including its ability to deliver bespoke solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients on time and in budget. “We are thrilled to launch our new brochure, which provides clients with a comprehensive overview of our services and expertise,” said Sarah Barker, Marketing and PR Co-ordinator for APSS. “The brochure is an essential component of our sales and marketing strategy and demonstrates our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our clients.” The brochure features an updated design and layout, making it easier for clients to understand the many services the company has to offer. It includes case studies of recent projects, demonstrating the company’s ability to deliver high-quality work that exceeds clients’ expectations. “We take pride in creating workspaces that enhance productivity and improve the overall well-being of our clients’ staff,” said Sarah. “Our team of experts is dedicated to creating spaces that are not only functional but also sustainable.” Clients can download the new brochure for free on www.apss.co.uk. The brochure is an excellent resource for anyone looking to learn more about APSS’s services and expertise. For more information about APSS’s commercial interior design and fit-out services or to request a consultation, please visit www.apss.co.uk.

Early this summer building work will begin on 18 new homes in the Lincolnshire village of Bassingham being built for Housing provider Longhurst Group by the Lindum Group. Plans were approved by North Kesteven District Council, whose planners had rejected an earlier application for 23 houses. The new proposal is to provide 18 units of timber frame construction in scale with the surrounding area; the units boast internal and external spaces of high quality for future residents of the scheme. Lindum Land and Planning Manager Robert Jays said: “We are thrilled to finally be getting this project off the ground, bringing much needed affordable housing to the village. “The planning approval is a huge reward for all the hard work that has gone into creating a development that will benefit the village and help provide opportunities for people in housing need.” The development includes a mix of 10 affordable rent and eight shared-ownership dwellings. These will include one and two bed bungalows, as well as two and three bed semi-detached houses. Each dwelling will have its own individual garden space and appropriate private parking provision in what will be a high quality housing development. Marcus Keys, Executive Director of Growth, Development and Assets at Longhurst Group, said: “This development will provide much-needed affordable housing to the area, so we’re delighted to have received approval from the planning committee at the second attempt. “As per our Improving Lives vision, we’re committed to providing the homes people want, where they’re needed most and we believe this development will help us to continue to do just that as do the local community who supported the development from the start. “The homes will also be made available on multiple tenures, so we’ll be creating opportunities for local people who wish to get onto the property ladder. “I’m grateful to our partners at Lindum Group, who we’ve worked closely with to re-design these plans, following comments received on the original application and I look forward to continuing our long-standing relationship as the development takes shape.”

Glenbrook Investments has acquired a multi-let industrial estate in Barnsley for £4.65 million. Fall Bank Industrial Estate in Dodworth comprises eight warehouses totalling 97,761 sq ft and is located less than two miles west of Junction 37 of the M1 motorway. The estate is fully let. Solomon Halpern, investment analyst at Glenbrook, said: “We are pleased to widen the scope of our portfolio with the acquisition of this industrial asset in Yorkshire. Fall Bank Industrial Estate provides a solid return and presents an opportunity to add value through refurbishment and improved site configuration. “We look forward to delivering a more efficient and well improved multi-let industrial estate as we seek to maximise its income potential.” Glenbrook Investments has increased its presence in Yorkshire over the last year; earlier this month, the company purchased 5-6 Commercial Street, occupied by Watches of Switzerland, in the heart of Leeds city centre from Legal & General, in an off-market deal for a price of £1.74m. Glenbrook has also recently completed the refurbishment of St Albions, a converted former Church Institute in Leeds, creating 31,400 sq ft of leisure, retail and office space in the city centre. Metis Real Estate and CMS acted for Glenbrook. The site was purchased off-market from a private vendor.

Building services engineering practice, Tate Consulting, has appointed Aaron Willis as an associate to work on the company’s growing portfolio of global projects, which coincides with the company expanding into new offices in Leeds city centre.

Aaron brings more than 20 years’ experience designing and overseeing the installation of all types of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems, predominantly specialising in the retail sector, spanning shop fitouts through to new shopping centres.

He is now part of the senior leadership and management team at Tate Consulting, overseeing a wide range of projects which include industrial, distribution and manufacturing developments, as well as large scale city centre apartment schemes, throughout the UK, Europe and North America.

He will also develop new business opportunities and work with existing clients to help them achieve their energy efficiency and ESG ambitions within their existing property estates.

Aaron’s appointment coincides with Tate Consulting relocating its Leeds office into a newly refurbished office suite within Bruntwood Works’ 14 King Street development, in the heart of Leeds city centre’s financial district, which will further support the growth of its team. The company, which also has offices in Belfast, London and Harrogate, was previously based near Elland Road.

Aaron said: “Over the past decade there has been a seismic change in the types of large-scale distribution centres and automated warehouses that are being developed, largely in response to the growth of online shopping. In addition, city centre residential markets are now being driven by high-rise, energy efficient, build to rent developments with high quality amenities.

“Tate Consulting is at the forefront of both these sectors and is currently working on an impressive range of projects, on behalf of national and international clients, throughout the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Czech Republic and North America. The opportunity to work on and manage these types of career defining projects, within a growing team, makes this a very exciting move.”

Ray Cavanagh, Leeds office director at Tate Consulting, added: “Aaron has a wealth of experience across the building services and MEP sectors, as well as excellent sustainability and energy saving credentials, which will further enhance the services that we offer our clients. Crucially, his appointment will also help to shape the next generation of our senior leadership team in Leeds.

“We now plan to continue growing our Leeds team and will recruit more mechanical and electrical engineers at all levels this year, and relocating into Leeds city centre will support this. As well as giving us space to grow, 14 King Street offers meeting rooms, break out areas, showers, cycle storage and an impressive reception area, in a prime central location with the railway station and all the city’s bars, restaurants and shops on the doorstep, which makes it a fantastic place to work.

“The move also gives our colleagues and customers better access to the office via the public transport network, thus supporting our growth strategy to attract and retain the very best talent, as well as our environmental commitment to reducing our carbon footprint.”

This latest expansion follows Tate Consulting expanding into Northern Ireland last year.