Construction underway on Kangaroo Works

The design and build project has been commissioned by JV partners Angelo Gordon and Ridgeback Group and will see the creation of 365 high-quality residential apartments and five commercial units in Sheffield city centre.

With a peak of 14 storeys, the block has a unique brick façade supporting the industrial heritage of the original Kangaroo Works site, which the development now stands on. A central courtyard has been developed, with landscaping and a sustainable rain garden.

Tony Shaw, Director at Henry Boot Construction, said: "It is great to see our work starting on the site. We have significant expertise in delivering residential-led urban development projects, and we are committed to creating environmentally-friendly buildings where people can live and thrive.

"As a major local employer, we will deliver life-changing social value outputs through our local supply chain, subcontractor orders with local businesses and site-specific employment and training initiatives."

Sustainability is a key part of the regeneration project, which is designed by Whittam Cox Architects, with plans for the building to be connected to Sheffield's District heating network, representing 75% of the energy generated from a low carbon source. There will be four electric vehicle charging points provided for public use.

The Kangaroo Works development is due to be completed in early 2023.