Swindon-based construction firm Beard has completed redevelopment work on the landmark Quadrangle building in Cheltenham.

The Quadrangle, which sits on the corner of Cheltenham's Imperial Square and Promenade, has been sensitively re-designed creating a contemporary commercial space in the heart of the town.

The building now includes ground floor retail and restaurant space, four storeys of office space and a discreet rooftop restaurant which will give diners spectacular views across the tree-tops of Montpellier.

The rooftop restaurant is said to be a first for the Gloucestershire town and is the crowning achievement of the multi-million-pound refurbishment project.

Jamie Harwood, director at Beard Swindon said: "It is a privilege to work on such a prominent local building, whose transformation is being so enthusiastically received. Beyond providing much-needed workspace and leisure facilities, it is an iconic building, and by virtue of its location, has a wider significance to the town's residents.

"The redevelopment has modernised the building, while remaining faithful to the building's heritage, and the team has done a great job ensuring the build has been completed against the backdrop of the pandemic.

"As a family-run construction firm, Beard has always believed in the importance of inspiring spaces, whether that's for learning, working or leisure. The redevelopment of the Quadrangle will certainly inspire and we look forward to seeing businesses thriving in the new space."

To make the building more energy efficient, the development involved the replacement of all 400 windows and the addition of feature surrounds which incorporate a choice of naturally ventilated or fully air-conditioned space.

New solar panels have also been installed on the roof, generating energy to be used within the building.

"The transformation of the Quadrangle has been spectacular," said Kevin Seville, head of Property at the pension fund who own the building.

"Despite the challenges of the pandemic, the Beard team have delivered a project that is an exciting addition to Cheltenham. A real team effort, as part of a wider project team, they realised the design from AWW Architects, creating a vibrant work and social space that's set to become a 'must-visit' destination in the town."

The first office tenant has already been announced, with digital solutions and services provider, iPipeline to take 8,805 sq ft of premium office space on the second floor.