Developers have unveiled plans to convert a historic Newcastle city centre building into an upmarket aparthotel.
Architects and planners have submitted applications which could see One Eldon Square’s redevelopment into serviced apartments, as well as a cafe or restaurant, on behalf of Belgravia Investment Group Limited. The Grade II star listed corner building, which has been vacant since beauty salon House of Savannah quit the building a number of years ago, was built in the late 1820s, having been designed by famed architects Thomas Oliver and John Dobson, when they were up-and-coming names in the North East.
Hexham-based Hedley Planning Services and Norr architects have submitted applications for the development of a listed building, as well as permission for change of use, as the property is currently classed as a hair salon and spa. The proposals would lead to the ground floor’s conversion into a café or restaurant, while the upper floors will be converted into serviced apartments spread across three floors, with five on the first floor, four on the second and three on the top floor.
