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26/06/2018

Ardmore Chosen To Develop LabTech Kings Cross Scheme

Ardmore has been selected to deliver a new mixed-use development for LabTech in Kings Cross, London.

The company will act as main contractor on the 101 Camley Street project, featuring 30,000sqft of new purpose built co-working office space as well as 121 new homes.

Designed by Hutchinson & Partners, the project involves building 91 private apartments along with 30 'affordable' and shared ownership apartments within two blocks rising to 11-storeys in the heart of Kings Cross. In addition, new commercial space and parking provision will be developed on the lower ground floors.

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Ardmore will oversee the completion of the current substructure contract, before starting the structural frame in Q4 2018. Completion is scheduled for the end of 2019.

Chen Moravsky, Labtech Group Chief Executive Officer, said: "We're pleased to have appointed Ardmore for this development. They have a proven track record and we are confident that they will meet LabTech's high standards. This is another project for LabTech that combines technology led co-working and serviced apartments within one urban community."

Cormac Byrne, Ardmore's Managing Director, said: "It's an honour to be chosen to deliver such an important project for LabTech – especially on a scheme that combines our extensive track record as one of London's premiere residential contractor whilst building on our recent success in the commercial and office sectors."

(LM/MH)

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