Priestley Construction, the Leeds-based contractor that specialises in the refurbishment of historic buildings, has completed the £1 million restoration of a Grade II listed building in the heart of Leeds City Centre. Hanover House, which was previously the head office of Blacks Solicitors LLP, has been transformed into ten luxurious apartments.
“It’s always an honour to be entrusted with bringing a historic building back to its former glory. We have a raft of experience in transforming properties of this nature into much-needed, high quality apartments,” said Nathan Priestley, chief executive officer of the Priestley Group.
“With this project, Priestley Construction has created 10 high-specification, luxury two bedroom apartments that were carefully crafted to complement the heritage status of the Grade II listed building,” he continued.
The planning requirements had been met by the company’s extensive restoration programme, which has also satisfied the strict conservation standards set by the local authority and English Heritage. In order to retain the building’s original features, Priestley Construction refurbished existing floorboards and windows, integrating the authentic structures with modern technology including advanced music and lighting programmes, to create contemporary living spaces.
The building is located on Clarendon Road in Leeds City Centre and its has been sold to a private buy-to-let investor. Local renters can now go and have a look at the show flat.
Priestley Construction carried out the renovation work on behalf of its sister business, Priestley Homes, with both companies falling under the wider Yorkshire-based property company, the Priestley Group.
Priestley Construction is a main contractor specialising in conversions and refurbishments, offering design and construction to developers nationwide. Having worked exclusively with professional investors, the company now rolls out its services to the general public and the wider investor and commercial market. Projects to date include Boyds Mill and Swallow Hill Works Apartments, Leeds; Airedale House and Conditioning House, Bradford; Stableford Hall, Manchester.
