Fabrick Square, Birmingham is a SevenCapital conversion, extension and part-restoration property development located in the creative quarter of Digbeth which was completed in 2018.
Taking their names from its original use as the Harrison Drape curtain factory, Fabrick Square is set over two acres of land and is made up of four residential blocks – Cotton Lofts, Cotton House, The Drapery and Drapery House. The development consists of 73 studio apartments as well as 152 one-bedroom and 88 two-bedroom residential properties, a ground-floor retail unit, 106 private parking spaces and 115 cycle racks.
Fabrick Square represented a major development for Digbeth and reflects the creativity the area is known for. It is primely positioned just a five-minute walk from Digbeth’s quirky bars, restaurants and leisure activities and is within walking distance of Birmingham’s Bullring shopping centre, Moor Street and New Street stations, Colmore Business District and the upcoming HS2 train station.
Like St. Martin’s Place, all apartments within Fabrick Square were sold before completion, testament to the desirability of Digbeth, its proximity to Birmingham’s bustling city centre and the appeal of future proposed development works in the area – specifically HS2 and Smithfield. It has been named one of several SevenCapital residential developments to be included on HomeViews “Birmingham’s Highest Rated Developments” list based on real resident reviews.
Preserving History
The oldest part of Birmingham, Digbeth is an historic area with a fascinating past as the industrial heart of the city. Many buildings survive from as far back as the 1300’s, including Birmingham’s oldest pub: The Old Crown which is just a three-minute walk from Fabrick Square.
The original Harrison Drape curtain factory building was built around 1900 and the red-brick structure that remains today was carefully restored to its former glory, with its original industrial windows acting as the inspiration on the new build blocks.
As a responsible UK property developer, it was important for us to retain as many features of the original building as possible to preserve the history and creativity that once defined the Digbeth area, including the façade and industrial windows which were typical of early 20th century industrial buildings.
The end result is an eclectic mix of old and new – a property development which showcases both Digbeth’s rich industrial history as well as give a glimpse of its bright future.
Building Sustainable Communities
This pioneering property development marked the first ever residential square in Digbeth and aimed to provide a friendly, community driven green space for residents to enjoy. The addition of cycle racks promotes a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle.
The development is strategically placed to provide residents with easy access to everything they need including:
- Digbeth Coach Station: 3 minute walk
- The Custard Factory and surrounding venues: 5 minute walk
- Bullring Shopping Centre: 10 minute walk
- Birmingham New Street Station: 13 minute walk
- Moor Street Station: 15 minute walk
- HS2 Station: 17 minute walk
There is plenty more to come for Digbeth which has become a hub for independent businesses, start-ups and coworking spaces in recent years.
As part of the Eastside regeneration scheme, Digbeth is expecting a completely new public area alongside a cultural quarter, helping push the region to the forefront. Additionally, Digbeth will be the new home of the BBC headquarters for national TV, online and radio content; with a new film and TV studios – Digbeth Loc – strengthening the area’s reputation as the creative hub of the city.
SevenCapital: A Trusted London Property Developer
We are a distinguished property developer, and our reputation is built on delivering high specification property developments as well as our award-winning customer service.
We have recently secured a four-year £258 million development loan for an upcoming property development in London that will offer a combination of spacious studios, one, two and three-bedroom apartments in the highly desired area of Kensington. The development will include circa 24,596 sq. ft of leisure facilities, providing a social space and helping to establish a community feel for residents.
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