As part of a £36 million redevelopment of Wilton Plaza GKR Scaffolding has been awarded the scaffold contract for the project which is expected to last a period of three years.

The first phase involves the demolition of existing buildings and erection of two new buildings which will provide student accommodation comprising 157 student bed spaces and facilities at first to eighth floor level.

The two buildings surround a private court yard which will have soft and hard landscaping and provide a number of bicycle spaces.

Phase two comprises two new buildings which will provide 74 affordable residential units, 37 private/market residential units at first to tenth floor level and retail space. This phase will also complete the proposed 61 car parking, bicycle spaces and servicing area at ground floor level. The roof level plant will incorporate solar thermal panels. The scheme will also provide hard and soft landscaping including a play area and public art.

The main contractor is Mace.