This project delivers a high‑quality redevelopment of three trading units at Agecroft Trading Estate in Salford, replacing the industrial buildings lost to a fire in 2020. The scheme reinstates vital commercial accommodation on the estate while significantly improving the specification, appearance and functionality of the units.
The new buildings are designed with a strong visual presence, featuring two‑storey office elements expressed through expansive glass curtain walling that creates a striking and transparent frontage. This elevates the architectural quality of the estate and provides bright, modern workspace for future occupiers.
Each unit includes large warehouse doors providing practical access for logistics and industrial operations. Internally, the warehouses are constructed with power‑floated concrete slabs for durability and ease of use, and blockwork walls to 2m to support robust occupier requirements. The steel portal‑frame structure delivers generous clear-span space and excellent natural light through multiple rooflights.
Externally, the combination of profiled cladding, brickwork base courses, and well‑defined forecourt areas creates a clean, modern industrial aesthetic. The forecourts allow for vehicle manoeuvring, safe loading and operation. The design rebuilds not just what was lost, but enhances the estate through improved thermal performance, modern detailing, and a more welcoming frontage, supporting long‑term lettability and estate value.
The project was delivered by Ellenby Construction Co Ltd as design and build contractor, with J M C Surveyors & Property Consultants Ltd providing project management.
