Watkin Jones has broken ground on a major residential scheme in Cardiff Quay, claimed to be “the largest in Wales”.
by Rory Butler / March 16, 2023
Inside the deal: The developer is partnering with Legal & General to build around 715 Build-to-Rent (BTR) apartments at the former Brains Brewery site.
The £200 million scheme is part of a wider £1 billion regeneration project in the Welsh capital.
Features
- mix of studio, one, two and three-beds
- 19,500 sq ft of leisure and retail space
- lobby and concierge
- gardens and terraces
- new gym
It will also have a public square facing River Taff.
BREAAM and Home Quality Mark accreditations will be met throughout.
“Building upon recent transactions, we are looking forward to developing this on behalf of Legal & General,” said Alex Pease, chief investment officer at Watkin Jones.
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