The Light, The Headrow, Leeds
Large city centre leisure and retail development in the heart of Leeds.
Project
Re-Branding and Lighting enhancements
Client
HBOS
Project details
Programme - 2006
Objectives
- Major re-branding and enhancement of the façade lighting and signage
- Creating a building complex with a significant impact
- Intensifying the image of the centre as a major destination
- Increase footfall through the retail malls.
Derrick Kershaw Partnership
- Project Manager
- Quantity Surveyor
- Planning Supervisor
- Employer’s Agent
- Total project cost planning and financial administration
- Contract completion within the client’s budget
Due to the demanding requirement to complete the scheme prior to the Christmas period we advised on an innovative procurement strategy to ensure the timescales were achieved and we administered the contract works on site.
Client Quote
Brian Oakley - Centre Manager, The Light
“A new lease of life has been brought to Leeds City Centre through The Light, and these massive improvements have increased footfall to the area” . “It has also helped to make it in to a social gathering spot and focal point of interest to visitors and passers by.”
Sue Anderson - Director, HBOS/The Light
“The work undertaken by Derrick Kershaw Partnership really added value to the overall project. They were able to meet our objectives, always with an eye on timings and budget and really demonstrated innovative thinking and professionalism to deliver a first class solution.”
