Caddick

SOYO B+C, Leeds

Leeds
Sector
Residential
Location
Leeds
Year
2024
Client
Caddick City Living
Architect
DLG Architects
Structural Engineer
Curtins
Quantity Surveyor
Richard Boothroyd & Associates
Principal Designer
Projex Building Solutions
Value
£57m

At SOYO in Leeds, we delivered a landmark residential-led development that helped transform the city’s cultural quarter.

Featuring a distinctive “inverted C” design, Blocks B & C provide 331 high-quality apartments across studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts, alongside ground-floor commercial spaces and landscaped courtyards. Residents benefit from shared amenities including a gym, secure basement parking, and bicycle storage, while the buildings’ brick and masonry façades reference Leeds’ heritage with a contemporary touch.

Designed for Modern Urban Living

Blocks B & C were designed to connect people and place. Residential entrances and reception areas face SOYO Square, a new public realm, while commercial units activate the street level for the wider community. The scheme achieved BREEAM Very Good (A3) for commercial units, reflecting a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency.

Overcoming Complex Challenges

Construction involved significant re-sequencing due to COVID-19 and overlapping site operations with neighbouring SOYO blocks. Temporary relocation of site offices, shared delivery routes, and coordinated security ensured efficient logistics while maintaining access for residents, businesses, and public traffic. Detailed trial pits and slip trenches mitigated risks from complex ground conditions, including historic housing foundations and a coal seam.

Adding Value & Early Delivery

Benchmarking apartments established quality standards, while careful programming enabled early marketing opportunities. Early engagement with façade and acoustic specialists optimised energy efficiency, air tightness, and occupant comfort.

The project was completed ahead of schedule, with public realm spaces delivered six weeks early, activating the development for residents and the community and demonstrating our commitment to quality, collaboration, and efficiency.

We are thrilled to have successfully completed our project with Caddick Construction in Leeds City Centre. The collaboration was a pleasure, and we achieved a fantastic outcome thanks to their excellent work. We look forward to continuing our relationship with Caddick Construction on future endeavours.

Anika DaySenior Project Manager at Moda

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