The former Victorian power station has been transformed into a vibrant mixed use development of 68 live/work loft units, 21 eco-homes, and 3,500 sq.m of fully serviced high-tech office accommodation. It also includes areas of high quality public realm and public art, and a new landmark pedestrian footbridge. The footbridge and associated extensions to the canal towpath network link the development directly to the city centre.

MADE's Interim Chief Executive, David Tittle, who was one of the judges, said "Electric Wharf was up against tough competition but the sheer complexity and attention to detail made it stand out from the rest. The project has huge potential to act as an example for the regeneration of other industrial sites around the country and has already been lauded as a national example of best practice.

"The project was exemplary in the use of artists in an innovative way and the dedication to recycling both the buildings and left over building materials was highly innovative."

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