Design Buy Build Issue 22 2016 | Page 66

Development Focus One Cross architect One Cross Street photo One Cross Street One Cross Street O ne of the few remaining buildings of Manchester left to be developed is Surrenden Invest’s One Cross Street, situated in the city centre just 5 minutes’ walk from Manchester’s prime business and exclusive leisure district, Spinningfields, as well as from the luxury shopping district New Cathedral Street. Redeveloped from the stunning structure of a former cotton mill, the original building of One Cross Street was built circa 1907. The property is formed of 34 luxury apartments within a high-quality conversion of the original building, featuring elements of the existing structure left ex posed, such as exposed brick and beams, as well as a creation of a modern new-build extension which will include two new penthouse floors featuring floor to ceiling glass walls. Modern low-carbon technology means that the building will be one of the city’s most energy efficient, making this a futureproof investment. The passive heating environment that is created, where the building’s ambient temperature is maintained through air source heat pumps and heat recovery systems, means that running costs are incredibly low. As part of the sense of community that is central to the project, One Cross Street boasts laundry rooms and a beautiful roof terrace, available to all residents. Properties also come fully furnished, with high quality furniture packs, as well as high end fixtures and fittings. Studios are priced from £130,323, two-beds from £224,355, and a three and four duplex from £286,613. 66