Architects help charity transform redundant site

Matthew Montague Architects has helped deliver a project which has seen new offices created for a historic Derby charity.

The firm has been involved in the revamp of a redundant site in Alice Street, on behalf of The Liversage Trust.

The site, which is situated within the Nottingham Road Conservation Area, has been transformed into contemporary offices and workshops featuring courtyard parking.

The Liversage Trust, which offers accommodation and care for Derby residents in need, has a diverse property portfolio comprising 163 almshouses, a 40-bed care home, and an array of commercial units and residential properties across the city.

The charity’s flagship site is the historic Almshouses, in London Road, dating back to 1836, which stand opposite Wavensmere Homes’ Nightingale Quarter development.

With plans to convert the Almshouses, including its on-site office, a development project began to relocate the offices to the redundant Alice Street building.

Architect Matthew Montague said: “The new offices will add great operational benefit to the trust, enhance the future viability and prosperity of the conservation area and strengthen the trust’s portfolio.

“The project has gone well on site and we are delighted to handover ahead of schedule.”

Andy Mellors, general manager at The Liversage Trust, said: “We are delighted with the completed project.

“The new space meets the evolving needs of our organisation and reflects our commitment to historical preservation; all of which allow us to keep the heritage and work of the trust progressing and moving forwards.”