ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
A TRANSFORMATIVE DEVELOPMENT
CONTEMPORARY CURVED KALZIP FAÇADE SYSTEM CREATES ARCHITECTURAL HIGHLIGHT AT NEW LEEDS DEVELOPMENT
Creating the architectural highlight of the exciting New York Square building , a part of the SOYO Leeds – the newest neighbourhood in Leeds city centre - Kalzip aluminium façade systems have unusually been used vertically to form the main elevation topped off with an interesting curved eaves detail to the roof . Kalzip ’ s 65 / 400 Profile AluPlus Patina was specified for the main elevations of the project , with a unique curved eaves detail . The AluPlus Patina was produced with a Bronze B40 which was selected for its aesthetic along with the product durability .
SOYO , a £ 300 million project , aims to establish a vibrant new neighbourhood in the cultural quarter of Leeds . This transformative development is reshaping the landscape along the Headrow , enriching the city ’ s skyline . Situated in close proximity to prominent and innovative institutions like Leeds Playhouse , Leeds College of Music , BBC Studios , and Northern Ballet , SOYO stands at the heart of Leeds ’ creative hub .
Paul Cox , Sales Director at Axis Group , building envelope contractor on the project , said : “ The architectural intent was a mixture of many façade elements in numerous materials and finishes to provide a stunning building which provides 515No apartments . Blocks E & F are the first phase of the scheme with Blocks B & C currently under construction providing a further 331No apartments .
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