The Mercian, Birmingham, UK - A City Gem (modern architecture) - cycle, walk or visit with us
The Mercian, otherwise known as Moda Tower, is an under construction 132 metre high mixed-use skyscraper located on Broad Street, Birmingham. Developer: Moda Living; Architect: Glenn Howells; Construction: John Sisk & Son.
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The Mercian, Birmingham, UK - A City Gem (modern architecture) - cycle, walk or visit with us
The Mercian, otherwise known as Moda Tower, is an under construction 132 metre high mixed-use skyscraper located on Broad Street, Birmingham. Developer: Moda Living; Architect: Glenn Howells; Construction: John Sisk & Son.
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Introducing Moda Tower (2one2 Broad Street), Birmingham, UK
Take the full post for full details of Moda Tower (2one2 Broad Street), Birmingham, UK.
PROJECT DETAIL:
42 storey mixed-use development comprising a thirty-nine storey residential building (30 studios, 163 one bed, 260 two bed and 28 three bedroom apartments) which will sit on a three storey podium with over 30,000 sq ft of communcal amenity space
AMENETIES:
• Residents lounge
• 24 Hour concierge
• Communal terrace
• 200m outdoor running track
• Outdoor cinema
• Health and wellness zones
• Co-working space
• Indoor/Outdoor cinema and dining club
• 'MODA Works' Offices
• Secure car and cycle parking (48 cars & 9 motorbikes & 489 cycles)
• Tenant storage lockers
• Gym & a cycle hub
DEVELOPER: Moda Living (Caddick Group & Generate Land)
The completed Mercian is the dominant tower on Broad Street in the West Side at 132m. Here is a gallery of recent photos of the building. Take the full feature link to see the construction photography gallery, previous posts and map of the site.
The completed Mercian is the dominant tower on Broad Street in the West Side at 132m. Here is a gallery of recent photos of the building. Take the full feature link to see the construction photography gallery, previous posts and map of the site.
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25th May 2022
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30th May 2022
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There are now over 1500 photos of the construction of this building and can be seen in reverse date order in the full gallery here: The Mercian Full Construction Gallery.
There are now nearly 1500 photos of the construction of this building and can be seen in reverse date order in the full gallery here: The Mercian Full Construction Gallery.
Construction & regeneration
04 Sep 2021 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian - September 2021
Some of the parapet cladding extension has been installed and the east facing side is tantalisingly close to external completion. Photos from mid August to 4th September in this construction photo update.
Some of the parapet cladding extension has been installed and the east facing side is tantalisingly close to external completion. Photos from mid August to 4th September in this construction photo update.
There are now over 1400 photos of the construction of this building and can be seen in reverse date order in the full gallery here: The Mercian Full Construction Gallery.
Construction & regeneration
16 Aug 2021 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian - August 2021
Exciting gallery for August! The Library of Birmingham's Secret Garden and Lower Terrace are now open and we have views of the construction from these for the first time in 18 months. The above from Elliott Brown on the 13th plus more from Daniel Sturley from the 14th. Also from Elliott, some great skyline views from Tyseley to the east of the city and more. Amazing photos!
Exciting gallery for August! The Library of Birmingham's Secret Garden and Lower Terrace are now open and we have views of the construction from these for the first time in 18 months. The above from Elliott Brown on the 13th plus more from Daniel Sturley from the 14th. Also from Elliott, some great skyline views from Tyseley to the east of the city and more. Amazing photos!
There are now nearly 1400 photos of the construction of this building and can be seen in reverse date order in the full gallery here: The Mercian Full Construction Gallery.
Construction & regeneration
21 Jul 2021 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian - July 2021
A misty morning of the 21st July for the latest photo of this almost externally complete construction on Broad Street. The cladding has reached full height bar the parapet in places and the full effect of this massive tower is apparent. Great photos from Elliott and Daniel from several viewpoints in this photo gallery update.
A misty morning of the 21st July for the latest photo of this almost externally complete construction on Broad Street. The cladding has reached full height bar the parapet in places and the full effect of this massive tower is apparent. Great photos from Elliott and Daniel from several viewpoints in this photo gallery update.
There are now over 1300 photos of the construction of this building and can be seen in reverse date order in the full gallery here: The Mercian Full Construction Gallery.
Construction & regeneration
13 Nov 2020 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian, Birmingham - November 2020 photography update
The concrete core is now showing 'Floor 38' below the slip-form, 4 to go!
Take our feature for a selection of superb photography of this build from Elliott and Daniel, contributors at It's Your Build and Birmingham We Are and followers of the built environment in Birmingham.
The Construction of The Mercian, Birmingham - November 2020 photography update
The concrete core is now showing 'Floor 38' below the slip-form, 4 to go!
Take our feature for a selection of superb photography of this build from Elliott and Daniel, contributors at It's Your Build and Birmingham We Are and followers of the built environment in Birmingham.
Here is a selection of photography of The Mercian taken by Elliott and Daniel during October and early in November 2020.
Elliott Brown:
25th October
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2nd November
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Construction & regeneration
19 Jul 2020 - Daniel Sturley
News & Updates
The First Crane Extension at The Mercian - July 2020
With the building now over halfway up the first of the two cranes was extended by several sections taking the cab over 100m. Here are some photos taken over a few days last week.
The First Crane Extension at The Mercian - July 2020
With the building now over halfway up the first of the two cranes was extended by several sections taking the cab over 100m. Here are some photos taken over a few days last week.
Construction & regeneration
14 Jul 2020 - Daniel Sturley
News & Updates
The Construction of the Mercian - July 2020 - Over Halfway Up!
The Mercian on Broad Street is over halfway up and the cladding has resumed installation, now visible from a distance, the 'shoulder' on the Tennant Street side is structurally complete. It looks like the crane extending mechanism is being installed too.
The Construction of the Mercian - July 2020 - Over Halfway Up!
The Mercian on Broad Street is over halfway up and the cladding has resumed installation, now visible from a distance, the 'shoulder' on the Tennant Street side is structurally complete. It looks like the crane extending mechanism is being installed too.
Construction & regeneration
11 Jun 2020 - Elliott Brown
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian - May and June 2020 Update
The concrete core and much of the structure is now visible from some distance, here from Lightwoods Park near Warley. This is a distance of between 3 and 4 miles away.
The Construction of The Mercian - May and June 2020 Update
The concrete core and much of the structure is now visible from some distance, here from Lightwoods Park near Warley. This is a distance of between 3 and 4 miles away.
Construction & regeneration
06 May 2020 - Stephen Giles
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian - May 2020
Work is well underway on the facade installation, and it's looking good! The core has now reached level 15, with the 14-storey shoulder very close to topping out, with all floors edging upwards on a daily basis and showing its impressive bulk!
Another superb picture update from Daniel, Reiss and our legion of passionate contributors.
Work is well underway on the facade installation, and it's looking good! The core has now reached level 15, with the 14-storey shoulder very close to topping out, with all floors edging upwards on a daily basis and showing its impressive bulk!
Another superb picture update from Daniel, Reiss and our legion of passionate contributors.
The big news this month is of course, the installation of the facade. Interestingly, the side facade on the shoulder element (facing camera) will see all solid panels; this is to avoid overlooking onto the upcoming 211 Broad Street slender skyscraper development - which can be viewed here
Enjoy this late March to present day update from Daniel and Reiss, with positive contributions from others.
PROJECT OVERVIEW: THE MERCIAN The Mercian is a 42-storey (132m) skyscraper at the heart of Broad Street, in Birmingham. The building comprises of a 3-storey podium space, with a 200-metre running track, 35,000 sq ft of retail and leisure space and 30,000 sq ft of other communal facilities. On top of the podium are two cores - one for a 39-storey tower, with the other seeing a 14-storey shoulder - totaling 481 one, two and three bedroom apartments, all exclusively for rent.
Construction & regeneration
09 Mar 2020 - Stephen Giles
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The Construction of the Mercian - March 2020
A double update this time with photos from February and the first week of March. The core is rising visibly onto the skyline; now reaching level 11, with the main floors creeping up and starting to show its impressive bulk.
A double update this time with photos from February and the first week of March. The core is rising visibly onto the skyline; now reaching level 11, with the main floors creeping up and starting to show its impressive bulk.
With the three-storey podium constructed, attention now turns to the residential aspect above.
This will see the erection of a 39-storey residential tower, with a 14-storey shoulder element. Once complete, The Mercian will yield 481 apartments, all exclusively for rent.
The core slipform is growing in size every couple of days, with the core now sitting pretty on level 10 (March 9th), as seen below.
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Construction of the floors are also creeping up quickly, with the main tower approaching level 10 from Tennant Street, and level 9 from Broad Street.
The 14-storey shoulder is, at this moment in time, halfway through completing its 9th floor. Impressive stuff.
6th-8th MARCH:
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Construction & regeneration
24 Jan 2020 - Daniel Sturley
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The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - January 2019
Here's the latest construction photo gallery for the 42 storey, The Mercian, on Broad Street.
Most of the lower section is structurally complete with the cores still rising and the main tower structure has moved on to the main floors. It is starting to impose itself on the scene and it won't be long before itstarts to compete with Bank Tower Two opposite.
The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - January 2019
Here's the latest construction photo gallery for the 42 storey, The Mercian, on Broad Street.
Most of the lower section is structurally complete with the cores still rising and the main tower structure has moved on to the main floors. It is starting to impose itself on the scene and it won't be long before itstarts to compete with Bank Tower Two opposite.
Construction & regeneration
09 Dec 2019 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - December 2019
Here's the latest construction photo gallery for the Mercian on Broad Street, the lower structure is nearing completion as the concrete core for the main tower rising fast, some of the first collums for the main tower have bee installed at the front on Broad Street.
The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - December 2019
Here's the latest construction photo gallery for the Mercian on Broad Street, the lower structure is nearing completion as the concrete core for the main tower rising fast, some of the first collums for the main tower have bee installed at the front on Broad Street.
Construction & regeneration
24 Nov 2019 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - November 2019
The core riseth.
The concrete core for the Mercian on Broad Street is now rising visibly and is set to fly up over the next few months, a good part of the lower structure is built too. We also see the cladding test rig installed. Lots of photos in this construction update.
The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - November 2019
The core riseth.
The concrete core for the Mercian on Broad Street is now rising visibly and is set to fly up over the next few months, a good part of the lower structure is built too. We also see the cladding test rig installed. Lots of photos in this construction update.
Work progresses at pace at The Mercian, Broad Street, Birmingham - see our November 2019 update
Take our post for an early November update of the construction work at The Mercian including some great photography.
Both cores have risen considerably since the last update, with the main core now sitting pretty at level 4. Just a mere 38 to go!
The pumping of concrete continues, as does the construction of new floors, as seen below.
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On the left hand side nearest the camera sits the only patch of land on site yet to see a floor. However, the vultures are quickly closing in.
A new floor is sweeping across from Tennant Street towards Broad Street at a quick rate, and given the frenzied nature of works here, it's only a matter of time before the whole site is officially filled in and 'The Mercian' can rise as one.
As stated in the last update, the main core will feature three public lifts, including a goods lift and a stairwell. This will allow access up to floor 42.
The secondary core, which you can see directly behind the main one, will service up to floor 14.
Construction & regeneration
01 Nov 2019 - Stephen Giles
Gallery
A real hive of activity at Birmingham's future tallest building - latest gallery update for The Mercian
A real hive of activity at Birmingham's (soon to be) tallest building. Pouring of concrete continues throughout, new floors are also being prepped, plus a concrete pump now sits tantalisingly close to the main core! Check the link for the latest Mercian update.
A real hive of activity at Birmingham's future tallest building - latest gallery update for The Mercian
A real hive of activity at Birmingham's (soon to be) tallest building. Pouring of concrete continues throughout, new floors are also being prepped, plus a concrete pump now sits tantalisingly close to the main core! Check the link for the latest Mercian update.
The first floor podium has seen a concrete pouring on the Broad Street elevation, with work again commencing on the Tennant Street side. As you can see from the pictures, the podium level almost sits level with the Lee Longlands building next door.
With progress showing zero signs of slowing down, a concrete pump also now sits tantalisingly close to the main core.
Hopefully not too long until we see this one rise into the Birmingham sky!
Construction & regeneration
21 Oct 2019 - Stephen Giles
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian - October 2019
The construction of the podium at The Mercian on Broad Street is now well advanced, with concrete pouring commencing across the site. Both cores are progressing well and are almost ready for lift off. A cladding sample has also appeared on site. Exciting times!
The construction of the podium at The Mercian on Broad Street is now well advanced, with concrete pouring commencing across the site. Both cores are progressing well and are almost ready for lift off. A cladding sample has also appeared on site. Exciting times!
The main core will comprise of three lifts, a goods lift, refuse chute and a stairwell. This will provide direct access to floor 42.
A secondary core is also going up, as seen behind the main one. This will provide two additional lifts and provide access up to level 14, where the development will see a shoulder extension.
PHOTO UPDATE OF THE MERCIAN (14 - 20 OCTOBER 2019)
Construction & regeneration
11 Oct 2019 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian - October 2019
There has been a lot of lower structure added to the site of the Mercian, this buils is moving on fast and we can't wait for the tower to start rising, even if it's just the concrete core! More photos in the full post and the feature project's gallery.
There has been a lot of lower structure added to the site of the Mercian, this buils is moving on fast and we can't wait for the tower to start rising, even if it's just the concrete core! More photos in the full post and the feature project's gallery.
Construction & regeneration
16 Sep 2019 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of the Mercian - September 2019
The lower level columns have been started for the base of the building which will fill the whole site up to several floors and the concrete core for the tower is now well on the way.
The lower level columns have been started for the base of the building which will fill the whole site up to several floors and the concrete core for the tower is now well on the way.
Construction & regeneration
10 Sep 2019 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - September 2019
There has been lots of work on the building with some of the columns for the lower section started and the main concrete core has had more progress in preparation to start rising.
The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - September 2019
There has been lots of work on the building with some of the columns for the lower section started and the main concrete core has had more progress in preparation to start rising.
Construction & regeneration
03 Sep 2019 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - August/September 2019
It seems a bit like a rocket taking off, slow and struggling up at first, but soon to soar skywards. A massive floor slab is about to be poured and the rest of the lower core is to complete.
The Construction of The Mercian, Broad Street - August/September 2019
It seems a bit like a rocket taking off, slow and struggling up at first, but soon to soar skywards. A massive floor slab is about to be poured and the rest of the lower core is to complete.
Construction & regeneration
12 Aug 2019 - Daniel Sturley
Gallery
The Construction of The Mercian in Birmingham - August 2019 update
The Mercian on Broad Street in Birmingham can now be seen above ground! We can't wait till it appears on the skyline from further away. Take this update for some great photos.
The Construction of The Mercian in Birmingham - August 2019 update
The Mercian on Broad Street in Birmingham can now be seen above ground! We can't wait till it appears on the skyline from further away. Take this update for some great photos.
The Mercian can now be seen rising out of the ground.
Progress continues at an incredibly fast pace with groundworks rapidly commencing across all parts of the site, with the lift formwork now being constructed.
Given all of this, we can now see the build peek above the hoardings.
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Construction & regeneration
24 Jun 2019 - Stephen Giles
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Exciting times at The Mercian (Moda Tower) - June 2019 update
Frenzied activity lately. The crane base has been installed behind those hoardings, and the rest of the site is extensively undergoing groundworks. Exciting times!
Exciting times at The Mercian (Moda Tower) - June 2019 update
Frenzied activity lately. The crane base has been installed behind those hoardings, and the rest of the site is extensively undergoing groundworks. Exciting times!
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42 storey mixed use development, comprising of a thirty-nine storey resi building (30 studios, 163 one, 260 two & 28 three beds) constructed on top of a three-storey podium, with over 30,000 square foot of communal amenity space throughout.
Amenities will include the UK's first ever 200m running track on a habitable building, 24-hour concierge service, app controlled lifts, terraces, indoor/ outdoor cinema & dining club, offices, wellbeing zones, co-working space, gym, secure car and cycle parking & a cycle hub.
The development is being funded by a portfolio of investors, namely Apache Capital, Harrison Street Real Estate Capital, NFU Mutual and Goldman Sachs
Construction & regeneration
09 Apr 2019 - Stephen Giles
Did you know?
A 200-metre running track on a building? Pull the other one!
That's right! A 200-metre outdoor running track, the UK’s first in a residential building, is amongst the many quirky amenities planned for the 42-storey MODA Tower being built on Broad Street in Birmingham.
Stephen Giles, one of Birmingham's 'people with passion' and follower of all things construction asks: Why?
A 200-metre running track on a building? Pull the other one!
That's right! A 200-metre outdoor running track, the UK’s first in a residential building, is amongst the many quirky amenities planned for the 42-storey MODA Tower being built on Broad Street in Birmingham.
Stephen Giles, one of Birmingham's 'people with passion' and follower of all things construction asks: Why?
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It’s all about moving with the times.
Nowadays, the city centre apartment experience is seen as becoming much more about lifestyle, rather than just living space.
It's now about creating a product tailored around lifestyle which in turn focuses heavily on brand and the amenities the building provides.
Moda Group, are a leading rental lifestyle brand and are behind 2one2 Broad Street. Their aim is to create an integrated, sustainable amd diverse community and revolutionise the whole living experience by making it a thoroughly enriched one for its residents.
This makes sense because people, if they can get it, want luxury, ease, comfort and convienence at their disposal.
So, developers, such as Moda, are actively promoting their healthy urban living movement as a way to entice new residents, and with a society fixated with wellness and healthy living, it certainly holds an attractive, long-term appeal for today’s fitness-mad generation.
Once complete, 42-storey, ‘2one2 Broad Street’, billed as a “vertical village” will contain 481 apartments (from studios to three bedrooms) and will boast an internal environment second to none.
Residents will have access to over 30,000 square foot of communal space in which to socialise and unwind, with 24-hour concierge service, terraces, gym, cycle hub, outdoor BBQ & cinema space, a dining club plus health and wellness zones, where support services are readily available for residents’ physical and emotional wellbeing.
Then there's a 200-metre outdoor running track on the roof of the podium – a UK first in a residential building, and one that should go down a storm with today’s fitness fantatics - all without having to leave the complex.
Providing high quality housing with well-designed amenity spaces, from workspace to personal wellbeing, complete with a mix of community and top-notch service certainly offers wide appeal for people seeking a new place to live.
The bar is certainly being raised higher in Birmingham and its residents will soon reap the rewards.
To see more images and information about Moda Tower, click here.