Forrest set to develop £12.6m residential scheme in Manchester

Bolton-based contractor Forrest, has been appointed to deliver a £12.6m new build high rise residential development in the centre of Manchester.

Forrest will construct M-One Central for Factory Estates Limited.

The Great Ancoats Street scheme will comprise 119 one and two-bedroom apartments over 12 storeys, in addition to communal spaces including a roof-level terrace, a ground-floor gym for residents and a new landscaped public square.

Designed by architects IDP Group, the building will be clad in oxidised metal panels to complement neighbouring structures, with construction due to begin at the end of May 2016 and completion expected in summer 2017.

M-One Central follows Forrest’s work in delivering both X1 Eastbank and X1 The Plaza, both luxury private rented apartments, also on Great Ancoats Street.

Andrew Leaver, associate director, at IDP Group, which created the design, said: “It’s an exciting time to be working on one of the many new buildings changing the Manchester skyline.

“The city’s red brick architecture is iconic and M-One has been designed to recognise the existing look and feel of the area, offering buyers modern, open-plan living in a vibrant neighbourhood.”

Ted Macdougal, development director at Forrest, added: “As more people embrace city centre living in key locations such as Manchester and London, the demand for new residential developments is rising.

“We have a proven track record in delivering these kinds of high-rise schemes, which puts us in the perfect position to capitalise on this wave of opportunity.”

Chris Bowman, director at Factory Estates Ltd, also commented: “We’re looking forward to working with Forrest on this exciting project, which is set to be a striking addition to a new movement of residential schemes in Manchester.”

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