The Spool House is part of Pickard Properties £40m private rental development scheme, Spinning Acres, in Far Headingley.

The newest residential property in this scheme features a mix of 12 one-and-two-bedroom apartments. The Spool House, which has been built by local contractor Dobson Construction, is the fourth phase of Pickard Properties’ ambitious six-acre regeneration property.

The future-proofed, all-electric building has roof-installed solar panels, while the apartments are fitted with radiators containing a natural stone core, which prolongs the heat created to transfer it efficiently around the property.

It has already been recognised for its quality having secured the Best New High Volume Housing Development Award from the Local Authority Building Control and the Best Small Development category in the Yorkshire Residential Property Awards.

“We are delighted with the LABC recognition of this project, which was governed by particular sensitivity to the Headingly conservation area. The final result demonstrates how a well-coordinated design can result in delightful places to live in a manner that safeguards people’s safety, health and wellbeing, promoting sustainability and contributing positively to the environment. The traditional detailing of the building has only been successful due to the commitment to use high quality materials. As a family business, Pickard Properties has a reputation for creating high quality developments within the city and is fully aware of the responsibility in executing a design in this location and to this design.” Richard Walsh

Photographs courtesy of Pickard Properties.