Graham begins work on the new i9 office development in the City of Wolverhampton, bringing investment and jobs to the city
The i9 scheme and will target a BREEAM Excellent rating to guarantee the long-term sustainability of the building and lower any potential impact on the surrounding environment.
City of Wolverhampton Council and leading property developer, Ion, selected Glenn Howells Architects’ design for the i9 development. They are the architects behind the Paradise Birmingham scheme – one of the biggest city centre development projects in the UK.
The design has drawn influence from Wolverhampton’s family of red-brick Victorian buildings, providing a complementary, contemporary addition fit for 21st century working life.
i9 will provide up to 52,000 sq ft of stunning Grade A office space, has potential for 5,600 sq ft of leisure space.
It is set to house restaurants within the ground floor of the building as well as a rooftop amenity space, with panoramic views towards the city centre conservation area and Interchange.
Graham regional director, Ronan Hughes, said: “Wolverhampton is undergoing a period of regeneration that is set to transform the city and attract further investment and jobs to the area.
“We are therefore pleased to have been appointed as the main contractor on i9 – a significant new building that benefits from a prime location and high-spec office facilities.
“We look forward to working with the wider project team to deliver this new, sustainable commercial development for the city.”
The i9 development is planned for completion in 2021.
