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Saxton
Saxton Parade, The Avenue, Leeds
Description
Saxton is a £40M residential scheme on the fringe of Leeds City centre. It is an exercise in the reinvention of redundant social housing stock and involves the redevelopment of two derelict 1950’s blocks within the Saxton Gardens estate. The new development provides a range of apartment types complimenting the existing housing, and in line with government guidance caters for different demographics through a combination of tenures.
Project team
Urban Splash | Union North
Developer
Urban Splash
Completion Status
Completed
Further information
Link | Urban Splash
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Gateshead Millennium Bridge
Gateshead Millennium Bridge, Newcastle
Description
A pedestrian and cycle bridge spanning the River Tyne between Gateshead Quays and Newcastle’s Quayside, enhancing connectivity between these key city centre destinations and creating a new landmark for Newcastle / Gateshead. The bridge tilts open utilising hydraulic rams, allowing the passage of river traffic underneath. The Millennium Bridge won the 2002 Stirling Prize for architects Wilkinson Eyre.
Project team
Wilkinson Eyre Architects, Gifford
Developer
Gateshead City Council
Completion Status
Completed 2001
Further information
Link | Gateshead City Council
Link | Youtube, Bridge Opening
Link | Wilkinson Eyre Architects
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