La Gondola, Osmaston Road

Situated on Osmaston Road in Derby, the La Gondola redevelopment transforms a former commercial site into a contemporary
residential scheme comprising 42 high-quality apartments. The development contributes to Derby’s continued urban renewal,
offering a mix of one- and two-bedroom units designed for modern city living. With a Gross Development Value (GDV) of approximately
£7.5 million, demolition and enabling works have commenced to prepare the site for full construction.

Summary

The scheme delivers 34 two-bedroom and 8 one-bedroom apartments across multiple blocks, each designed with efficient layouts,
high-quality finishes, and sustainable building materials. Combi is acting as principal contractor, managing all on-site operations,
coordination, and quality assurance. The team is focused on maintaining programme certainty while delivering a development that meets
both client expectations and local planning aspirations.

Scope & Technical Highlights

• Principal contractor delivery from demolition through to handover
• Site clearance, enabling works, and foundation construction
• Superstructure and façade coordination for apartment blocks
• Energy-efficient systems and modern residential fit-out
• Digital QA inspections and staged progress reporting

Programme & Logistics

• Demolition phase in progress with phased construction to follow
• Urban logistics management for restricted-access delivery routes
• Dedicated risk registers and progress reporting for client oversight
• Targeted completion to align with Derby’s regeneration strategy

Community, Sustainability & Social Value

• Commitment to sustainable design and energy-efficient performance
• Local supply-chain engagement and workforce participation
• Contribution to the revitalization of Osmaston Road corridor
• Safe, considerate site operations to minimize community disruption