UK: Erie Dock Apartments a 290-unit BTR scheme at Salford Quays, Manchester, has been delivered by contractor Domis Construction on budget and three months ahead of schedule.
Developer Cole Waterhouse and Taurus Investment Holdings have partnered for the scheme, which is also know as Eda. At 29-storeys it is the highest residential tower on the Salford Quays skyline.
Designed by Chapman Taylor architects, Eda is a 250,640 square foot, L-shaped residential building comprising one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments which are now available to let.
Simon Gallanders, managing director of Cole Waterhouse Residential, said: “We’ve worked in close partnership with our joint venture partner Taurus and our contractor Domis to achieve this milestone, taking a highly collaborative approach from start to finish which has had a significant impact on the speed and quality of delivery. We have some exciting collaborations planned with local food and drink establishments, leisure, retail and transport operators to provide discounts and exclusive deals for our new residents who are looking forward to moving into the building this month.”
“The delivery of Eda really has been a great example of a best-in-class partnership working together to achieve a superb sustainable project,” added Nick Jacobs, managing director of Taurus UK. “We started this programme in Covid and despite the continued economic turbulence and the associated supply and skills issues Domis has completed a remarkable job to be able to achieve such an early handover of the building. I am grateful for the incredible efforts and execution of all our partners who have helped to bring to life our unique and distinctive vision for Eda. We are already working on our second joint venture partnership with Cole Waterhouse at Upper Trinity Street in Digbeth, Birmingham and look forward to bringing the first phase forwards in 2024.”
Eda residents will benefit from access to biodiverse green spaces, including two landscaped terrace gardens on the mezzanine and level 19, plus private terraces for each rooftop penthouse apartment. Built with integrated energy-efficient design principles in mind, Eda uses high grade insulation for a thermally efficient construction with low air permeability, energy-efficient appliances, LED lighting to minimise energy consumption and reduce utility costs for residents, as well as MVHR systems to reduce heating loads. The development is close to Anchorage Metrolink station and local bus routes to encourage public transport use. Bicycle storage and EV chargers are also available to residents.
At ground level there is 4,000 square feet of commercial space and amenities including a coworking space, residents’ lounges, cinema room, bookable private dining and entertaining facilities along with a gym and a dedicated on-site concierge and management team.
Lee McCarren, managing director of Domis Construction, said: “We’re proud to have completed the tallest tower in Salford Quays well ahead of time and that achievement is down to the dedication and commitment of our superb team working in close collaboration with Cole Waterhouse and Taurus. The team developed an incredible bond during the delivery of this prestigious scheme, taking a real partnership approach, with flexibility and trust shown on all sides. This is our second highly successful project with Cole Waterhouse and Eda will be a fantastic addition to the residential offer in Salford.”
