Willmott Dixon has been appointed to deliver the £136m mixed-use The Stage regeneration project in the heart of Luton town centre.
Secured via the Southern Construction Framework (SCF), the development forms a central part of the Luton town centre masterplan and is supported by £20m from the government’s Local Regeneration Fund.
Situated on the former Bute Street Shoppers car park, The Stage will provide 292 apartments, including 84 affordable rental homes, in addition to commercial units, a multi-purpose venue with curated food and beverage offerings and a new public garden square.
Stewart Brundell, chief operating officer at Willmott Dixon’s construction business, said: “We are proud to be delivering this transformational project for Luton. The Stage represents exactly the type of comprehensive urban regeneration that can revitalise town centres and create lasting positive impact for communities. This development will provide high quality homes, stimulate local economic activity, and create enhanced public spaces that will benefit residents, workers and visitors for generations to come.
“Being appointed to deliver this flagship scheme reinforces our position as a leading contractor in complex town centre regeneration projects that require the integration of residential, commercial and public realm elements.”
James Taylor, portfolio holder for regeneration and inclusive growth at Luton Council, added: “We’re at an exciting point in regenerating the town centre. This project will help transform the area into a vibrant space we can all be proud of. This is a crucial element of the town centre masterplan and supports our mission to eradicate poverty in Luton. Improving this gateway to the town will help create a more positive first impression, making it more welcoming for visitors, workers and families, with enhanced public spaces, air quality and connectivity.”
Willmott Dixon is working alongside Rider Levett Bucknall and WSP to deliver the project.
