This £6.8m contract for the construction of Bildurn Properties Lace Market Square includes 46 high-quality apartments, retail and secure underground parking. The scheme is due to be completed in January 2007.

Founded in 1890, Marriott has grown from its initial craft-orientated roots to provide a full and flexible service across all market sectors from its offices in Rushden and Nottingham.

Priding itself on its ability to adapt to the ever-changing needs of the construction industry, Marriott has a long established reputation for quality and service and is committed to applying the same degree of care and attention to every project.

The Lace Market Square development is a contemporary scheme, designed by Nottingham architects Franklin Ellis, as well as residential it will also provide top quality accommodation for A1 and A3 use, including a glazed pavilion which is expected to house a high quality restaurant.

At the heart of the Lace Market scheme is an 11,000 sq ft public piazza - the first open space in this historic built up area which once contained the city's lace making industry.

Nottingham-based art and landscape design company Wolfgang and Heron, are designing the public space, which will be surfaced in high quality materials with soft landscaping features, pieces of art and quality outdoor furniture.

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For further PR information on Lace Market Square contact Eden PR on 0115 852 4717 or contact Kathryn Harrison, Kathryn@edenpr.co.uk or regarding Marriott Construction 01933 357511 sharon.mitchell@kier.co.uk