Forrest has been selected to deliver a £12.6 million residential project in Manchester.

The contractor will develop the M-One Central high rise scheme for Factory Estates Limited in Great Ancoats Street.

Designed by architects IDP Group, the project will comprise of 119 one and two-bedroom apartments built over 12 storeys, including communal spaces, a roof-level terrace, a ground-flood gym for residents and a new landscaped public square.


In addition, the building will be clad in oxidised metal panels to complement neighbouring structures.

Ted Macdougal, development director at Forrest, said: "As more people embrace city centre living in key locations such as Manchester and London, the demand for developments is rising. We have a proven track record in delivering these kinds of high-rise schemes, which puts us in the perfect position to capitalise on this wave of opportunity."

Chris Bowman, director at Factory Estates Ltd, added: "We're looking forward to working with Forrest on this exciting project, which is set to be a striking addition to a new movement of residential schemes in Manchester."

Construction is due to begin at the end of this month, with completion scheduled for summer 2017.

(LM)