Swansea

New images show what completed Kingsway office development will look like

With the development now close to completion, new images have been released that that show what the 71/72 Kingsway scheme will look when it’s up and running.

Published

2 weeks ago

2nd May 2024

Editor

The conceptual images show the outside of the finished development, as well as features like the building’s reception area, rooftop terrace and workspaces.

Swansea Council say the development will provide space for around 600 jobs.

Artist's impression of what the inside of the 71 / 72 Kingsway Office development will look like once completed — ***Artist’s impression of what the inside of the 71 / 72 Kingsway Office development will look like once completed***
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There'll be a rooftop terrace as part of the development available for events — ***There’ll be a rooftop terrace as part of the development available for events***
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The development will have space for around 600 jobs the council have said — ***The 71/72 Kingsway development will have space for around 600 jobs the council have said***
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The reception area of the 71/72 Kingsway development that's almost complete — ***The reception area of the 71/72 Kingsway development that’s almost complete***
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***The rooftop terrace will have spectacular views over Swansea Bay***
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An artist's impression of some of the work spaces at 71/72 Kingsway — ***An artist’s impression of some of the work spaces at 71/72 Kingsway***
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Artist's impression of the interior of 71/72 Kingsway — ***Artist’s impression of the interior of 71/72 Kingsway***
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***The rear courtyard walkway that links the Kingsway with Oxford Street as part of the development***
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Artist's impression of what the development will look like from the Kingsway once complete — ***Artist’s impression of what the development will look like from the Kingsway once complete***
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The 71/72 Kingsway scheme is being developed by the council and part-funded by the £1.3bn Swansea Bay City Deal.

The council say that Bouygues UK, who are leading on the development’s construction, soon anticipate completion with an internal fit-out to follow in the coming months.

The bulk of the 104,000 square foot scheme will be made up of offices although there will be some retail units fronting onto The Kingsway, as well as a coffee shop.

The council say there is significant interest from several potential tenants with a number of current live proposals, with positive discussions about the take-up of space for the majority of the building ongoing.

Cllr Rob Stewart, Swansea Council Leader, said: “These images show what a high-quality development this will be, with construction now close to completion and an internal fitout to follow straight afterwards.

“We know from studies we’ve carried out and from conversations with the city’s business community that there’s a need for modern office accommodation of this kind in Swansea.

“We are seeing good demand for the office space there and are looking forward to announcing some lettings in due course.

“Along with other schemes, this development shows how committed we are to regenerating our city centre for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors to the city.

“The scheme will increase the number of people working in the city centre which also helps Swansea attract retailers and leisure operators because footfall is such a key factor for them.”

(Lead image: Swansea Council)