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08/11/2024

GRAHAM Completes First Phase of Major Edinburgh BTR Development

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Construction firm GRAHAM has successfully completed the first phase of a significant build-to-rent (BTR) development in Bonnington, Edinburgh. The completed homes have now been handed over to developer and operator PLATFORM_.

Upon full completion, the project, which has been forward-funded by Heimstaden Bostad, will introduce 464 new homes to Edinburgh, addressing the city's growing demand for rental housing. Notably, 25% of the total units, or 116 homes, will be designated as intermediate market rent.

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The initial phase has delivered 365 apartments, each equipped with a range of modern amenities designed to enhance residents' lifestyles. These include a gym, yoga studio, co-working spaces, lounges, guest rooms, private dining facilities, and a screening room. The development also boasts an outdoor landscaped area, children's play zones, a riverside walk, a new park, and four commercial units. A newly constructed access road connects Anderson Place and Bonnington Road Lane.

Sustainability is central to the project, with eco-friendly features such as electric vehicle charging points, mechanical heat recovery systems in each apartment, and solar panels for renewable energy. Situated along the Water of Leith, the development offers convenient access to Leith Shore and excellent public transport links to central Edinburgh, including the city's extended tram line.

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