The first phases in Sheffield’s £65 million Chinatown development, New Era Square, are well under way now and due to finish in early 2018. When complete, the landmark 21 storey scheme will consist of five blocks containing student accommodation, food and drinking outlets, an exhibition and conference centre, office space and shops.
Year of completion
2017
Project duration
18 months
Country
United Kingdom
City
Sheffield
Structure
Apartment building
Type of structure
PT slab / RC frame
Contractor
Northfield Construction Ltd
Cycle time
6 day cycle
Construction method
Slip form / MF240
Number of storeys
22 floors
Structure height
Approximately 70 metres
Height of casting sections
2.7 metres
Number of casting sections
7
Construction method
Framax