An Arnold building firm were today celebrating the completion of a £7m project to convert a derelict Derbyshire mill into luxury apartments.
DL Rhodes and Son were selected by Nottingham-based ALB Investments to transform Victoria Mill in Draycott into 73 luxury one and two-bedroomed apartments.
The work has now been completed ahead of schedule and all the flats have already been reserved for sale.
Managing director Nigel Rhodes said that the mill is one of Erewash’s most important and historic buildings with a history of being one of the most important lace factories in the world.
He said: “We are delighted with how successful the project has been. From day one we have tried to build a relationship with the local residents and we have always been welcomed with open arms.
“We truly believe that this regeneration will be fantastic for local residents, shops and business owners by bringing more footfall to the area. The project has had a positive response from the local community.”
The two firms held a launch event this morning to celebrate and invited over 80 property and construction professionals from across the region to join them.
ALB managing director Arran Bailey said: “The ‘Builders Breakfast’ seemed like a far more fitting opening party than a champagne and canapé filled evening, it meant we could thank everyone who assisted with the project personally and gave everyone a chance to have a look at the completed project.”
