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UK: ECF’s Cenza BTR scheme at Salford Central has reached practical completion.
The 23-storey tower, which was designed by Hawkins\Brown, built by contractor Morgan Sindall Construction and funded by CBRE Investment Management.
The project features 196 homes and sits between Trinity Way and the River Irwell. Allsop is has been appointed for leasing and property management.
Amenities include a gym, communal areas, and a coworking space on the 22nd floor.
Chris Bishop, senior project manager at ECF, which is a partnership between L&G, Homes England and Muse, said: “Where Cenza now stands was once a patchwork of temporary car parks and fragmented, underused land that had defeated previous development attempts. Our goal was always to avoid piecemeal change and instead bring the whole area forward together – reintegrating it into the urban fabric of the city and giving it a genuine new lease of life. The result is a neighbourhood that is commercially vibrant, sustainably designed, and a prime example of public-private collaboration at its most effective.”
Kurt Partington, director of regeneration at Salford City Council, said: “The completion of Cenza marks another significant milestone in the transformation of Salford Central and demonstrates the long-term impact of our partnership with ECF.”
Hannah Marshall, chief investment officer for UK direct real estate strategies at CBRE Investment Management, said: “This project is a physical representation of our commitment to creating inclusive, sustainable communities where residents can truly thrive. By embedding high-quality design into the fabric of the building, we have delivered more than just apartments; we have created a high-quality asset for both our investors and the Greater Manchester community. Cenza stands as a leading example of how strategic capital can be used to drive positive urban transformation and deliver lasting impact.”
Highlights
- ECF’s Cenza BTR scheme at Salford Central has reached practical completion
- The 23-storey tower, which was designed by Hawkins\Brown, built by contractor Morgan Sindall Construction and funded by CBRE Investment Management
- The project features 196 homes and sits between Trinity Way and the River Irwel
- Allsop is has been appointed for leasing and property management
- Amenities include a gym, communal areas, and a coworking space on the 22nd floor
