Images revealed for St Helens’ £1m Luxor Lofts development

New images unveiled today (January 19) show how the former Tyrers department store in St Helens will look after its £1m makeover.

Luxor Group, the Merseyside-based developer, has announced further information about the mixed-use development alongside computer generated images and a video published on its website.

The new CGIs depict a mixed-use scheme with housing and a commercial unit at the iconic Bridge Street building.

Under Luxor’s plans for the 15,000 sq ft property, the building will be transformed into nine one-bedroom apartments, six two-bedroom apartments and a two-level commercial unit.

The original façade and exterior features will be retained, while Luxor will also carry out essential repair work at the building’s rear and add new exterior lighting.

The residential element, Luxor Lofts, will be available to rent.

Luxor Group’s managing director, Paul Nicholson, said: “These CGIs show the quality of the conversion we will deliver and marks an exciting new era for this iconic St Helens building.

“The 15 new apartments will provide modern, luxury living space and make a positive contribution to St Helens town centre.”

He continued: “We’re confident this development will also contribute towards the economic viability of the local community; the mix of housing and commercial space will address the needs for prospective renters in the area and introduce a prime retailer or leisure provider to the high street.”

St Helens town centre manager Gary Maddock commented: “This development by Luxor Group will bring an exciting mix of luxury affordable housing and retail space to St Helens town centre and will help drive its regeneration.

“The council is passionate about the success of the town centre so it’s great to see a local developer invest in the area and convert an empty building into a viable scheme which will benefit the whole community.”

He added: “Investment is key to attracting new businesses and footfall, so we are excited to see Luxor’s development come to fruition and make a positive contribution to St Helens.”