Category: IconInc

Luxury student accommodation provider, IconInc, has announced it is set to build its second development, The Glassworks on Cardigan Road in Leeds.

Launched by Parklane Group, Sunday Times Lettings Agency of the Year Award winner, in September 2015, IconInc instantly hit national headlines dubbed as “Britain’s most luxurious student digs”, for its first development, The Edge in Leeds.

Building on the success of IconInc’s launch, the Company is expanding its offering of high-end student living. The second development in Leeds, The Glassworks, valued at £25m, is set to open September 2017 and will yet again raise the level of student living featuring 154 luxury apartments.

The Glassworks site in Leeds has been derelict for 15 years and the redevelopment will regenerate and give a new lease of life to the area, as well as providing 10 jobs.

Catering to a demand in the student rental market for luxury living, the 6 storey development will provide boutique hotel-like living 365 days of the year with en-suite bathrooms, plush double or king beds, a flat screen TV, high-speed Wi-Fi and all-inclusive utility bills. Tenants can choose from a range of optional extras including professional cleaning, daily fresh fruit delivery, kitchen equipment, luxury Egyptian cotton towels and bedding hand-picked by IconInc’s interior designers.

The award-winning design, all-inclusive facilities and cutting edge technology has revolutionised student living in the city and includes an on-site gym with personal trainers, a cinema room, a games zone, complimentary daily breakfast, study rooms, self-service pantry and 24hr concierge.

This second IconInc development in Leeds will bring even more luxury with a ‘mega kitchen’ with wok cooker in which students can cook and dine together. Leisure facilities include a ‘mega lounge’ area and sauna. The building’s exterior will include an outdoor space inspired by George Clark Amazing Spaces with themed pods. The pods will each be uniquely designed and available for students to hire for study, quiet time or socialising.

Naveen Ahmed, Managing Director of Parklane Group said: “There’s exciting times ahead for the IconInc brand and we’re pleased to celebrate its successful launch by expanding with a second development in Leeds.

“The modern day student demands much more from their living space than basic accommodation and the IconInc properties will give them exactly that – high end, luxury living. We appeal to the growing number of students looking for something special because our accommodation is guaranteed to make moving in easy and with all the additional home comforts and special extras taken care of.”

The excellence in design at The Edge has been recognised with a Northern Design Award for Best Interior Design Concept as judges were impressed with the quality interior, striking wall graphics, slick design and bespoke furniture and fittings. IconInc has also been shortlisted for a RICS Awards 2016 in the Residential category.

IconInc apartments at The Edge start from £165 per week, which includes all the benefits of a boutique hotel in the heart of the city centre. The Glassworks will build on the unique offering at The Edge, which is exciting news for students coming to Leeds in 2017.

IconInc is letting apartments at The Edge for the 2016/2017 academic year. Please visit www.icon-inc.co.uk for more information.

Luxury student accommodation provider, IconInc, has announced its expansion into Liverpool.

Launched by Parklane Group, one of Yorkshire’s leading property firms, in Leeds in September 2015, IconInc instantly hit national headlines dubbed as “Britain’s most luxurious student digs”, for its first development, Student Accommodation Leeds, The Edge.

Building on the success of IconInc’s launch, the Company is expanding its offering of high-end student living across the North with a new development in the Rope Walk district of Liverpool, ideally situated between both universities, due to open to students September 2017.

The Ascent, a 12 storey high development valued at £24m will include 192 luxury self-catering student apartments and provide boutique hotel-like living 365 days of the year with en-suite bathrooms, plush double and king beds, a flat screen TV, super high-speed Wi-Fi and all-inclusive utility bills.

The award-winning design, all-inclusive facilities and cutting edge technology has revolutionised student living and include an on-site gym with personal trainers, a cinema room, a games zone, continental daily breakfast, study rooms, self-service pantry and 24hr concierge. Tenants can choose from a range of optional extras including professional cleaning, daily fresh fruit delivery, kitchen equipment, luxury Egyptian cotton towels and bedding hand-picked by IconInc’s interior designers.

The Ascent, Student Accommodation Liverpool, the second IconInc development, will optimise luxury with additional facilities to its first development – there be will a themed music room, inspired by renowned Liverpool artists, along with the addition of a sauna and steam room.

Naveen Ahmed, Managing Director of IconInc, explains; “We have ambitious plans for the IconInc brand with a vision to open developments in university cities nationwide and are pleased to announce that the second development in the IconInc portfolio will be in Liverpool.

“IconInc is the first of its kind in the region and aims to meet the growing demand for a more superior quality of student living in Liverpool, catering to the changing needs and requirements of the student market.”

The excellence in design at IconInc has recently been recognised with a Northern Design Award for Best Interior Design Concept as judges were impressed with the bespoke interiors, striking wall graphics, slick design and bespoke furniture and fittings.

The management team behind IconInc is the Parklane Group, Sunday Times Letting Agency of the Year Bronze Award winner, and has a number of divisions including Roomzzz, an aparthotel chain with locations across the UK, and Parklane Properties, the largest independent landlord in Leeds.

To find out more and enquire about bookings for September 2017, please visit www.iconinc.co.uk.

IconInc is proud to have won two prestigious design awards for its first luxury student development, The Edge in Leeds, adding a Northern Design Award and Yorkshire Residential Property Award to its mantelpiece.

Leeds’ most luxurious student accommodation brand opened the doors to The Edge in September 2015, changing the face of student living as we know it. Valued at £15 million, IconInc instantly hit the national headlines for offering “7-star student accommodation”. The phrase was coined by The Daily Mail, Telegraph, Independent, London Evening Standard and numerous industry and regional press outlets.

We’re delighted that IconInc’s superior quality design was awarded ‘Best Design Project’ by the Yorkshire Residential Property Awards for its use of technology and the design that revealed a great deal of thought to the end user.

The Edge was also recognised with a Northern Design Award for Interior Design Concept. The judges were impressed with the bespoke interiors that allowed the space to be maximised and entirely fit for purpose. It’s striking wall graphics, slick design and bespoke furniture and fittings have led to a unique design rewarded with this respected industry recognition.

IconInc’s The Edge has 131 luxury apartments boasting all-inclusive bills, superfast 100MB broadband, flat screen TVs and king size beds. It’s unrivalled facilities include on-site cinema, games room, gym with personal trainers, study rooms and complimentary daily breakfast to name a few.

The success of The Edge has paved the way for two more IconInc developments and we’re pleased to be opening The Glassworks in Leeds and The Ascent in Liverpool in September 2017.

Parklane Properties, Leeds’ premier letting agent, is embarking on an exciting new business venture with the launch of IconInc, a new luxury student accommodation brand, which plans to reinvent student living and offer the most superior student letting service in Leeds.

The development, which is worth an estimated £15m, offers stylish and luxurious student living with high-spec studio apartments at ‘The Edge’ in Leeds city centre, available from September 2015. IconInc’s lavish studio and one bed apartments at The Edge, 131 bedrooms in total, offer the luxury, modern design and cutting edge technology of a boutique hotel – 365 days of the year.

Parklane Properties, winner of last year’s UK Landlord and Lettings Awards, currently operates one of largest student rental agencies in Leeds and plans on launching IconInc as a national brand, aiming to bring IconInc to all key university cities.

The beautifully furnished apartments include en-suite bathroom, plush double or king bed, flat screen TV, high-speed Wi-Fi and utility bills. The “all-inclusive” facilities at The Edge include an on-site gym with available personal trainers, a cinema room, games zone, complementary daily breakfast, study rooms, self-service pantry and 24 hour concierge. Tenants can choose from a range of optional extras, including professional cleaning, daily fresh fruit delivery, kitchen equipment, luxury Egyptian cotton towels and bedding hand-picked by IconInc’s interior designer.

Naveen Ahmed, Managing Director of Parklane Group, explains; “The IconInc brand will take our proposition to another level, allowing us to cater for the changing needs and requirements of the student market. The modern day student demands more from their living space and IconInc will give them exactly that – the very best in luxury student living in Leeds.

“IconInc changes student accommodation for the foreseeable and we’re proud to offer students this opportunity to live and study in such a luxurious environment – so much so, we’ll shortly be announcing a very special opportunity for Leeds’ students, current and prospective – so watch this space!” 

IconInc is letting apartments for the 2015/2016 academic year. Apartments at The Edge start from £140 per week. Please visit www.icon-inc.co.uk for more information.

To appeal to the growing number of international students choosing Leeds as their place of study, IconInc will offer tailored bathroom, bedroom and kitchen packages, as well as airport/train station pick up, to make relocating all the more simple.

Leeds’ leading property group, Parklane Properties, has officially opened the doors to Leeds’ most luxurious student accommodation brand, IconInc, on 15^th September, which has changed the face of student living as we know it.

The development, worth an estimated 15m, comes after Parklane recognised a demand for more superior quality student living space, and so was born the first IconInc development, The Edge, providing boutique hotel-like living 365 days of the year.

Its 131 apartments come in three sizes; Smart, Elegance and Grande, the highest-spec Grande apartment having the option for couples to rent. The luxury apartments boast all-inclusive bills, superfast 100MB broadband, flat screen TVs and king size beds.

The Edge has paved the way for more IconInc developments in Leeds and nationwide, all to include unrivalled facilities; on-site cinema, games room, gym with personal trainers, study rooms and complimentary daily breakfast to name a few.

Nav Ahmed, Managing Director of Parklane Properties said; “IconInc redefines what it means to ‘live like a student’ and promotes ‘living like an icon’. Leeds has three different universities, so there has always been huge demand for student housing in the city, with a particular demand in recent years for a superior standard of accommodation, noticeable amongst international students. The opening of The Edge offers students ultimate luxury living and revolutionises student living in our city. It’s 7 star student accommodation and we believe there’s nothing like this in the country!”

Amongst the first cohort of tenants will be Aru Patel, who was crowned Leeds Student Icon 2015 in a competition voted for by Leeds residents earlier this year, and has been awarded a free year’s tenancy in a luxury apartment at The Edge.

For more information, or to enquire about availability, please visit www.iconinc.co.uk.

On the sunny afternoon (mostly) of August 13th, the Parklane Group brought colleagues, family, and friends together for an unforgettable Family Fun Day. It was a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a wide array of exciting activities that made it an event to remember.

One of the main highlights of the day was the assortment of engaging activities available for everyone to enjoy. From the competitive thrill of footgolf to the wild ride of the bucking bronco, there was something for everyone, regardless of age or interest. Human table football brought a new twist to the classic game, and face painting allowed kids (and the young at heart) to transform into their favourite characters. The bouncy castle added an extra dose of fun, with kids bouncing and playing to their hearts’ content.

But the fun didn’t stop there. The Parklane Group also ensured that everyone’s taste buds were satisfied. A delicious lunch, courtesy of Red Kite, was served, featuring mouth watering pizzas that left everyone craving for more. And for those with a sweet tooth, the retro sweet cart was a delightful treat, offering a nostalgic journey through an array of sugary delights.

What truly made this day special, however, was the sense of togetherness and community spirit that permeated the event. Colleagues mingled with each other’s families, and friends joined in the festivities, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It was a chance for everyone to step away from the daily grind, relax, and have fun!

In the end, the Parklane Group’s Family Fun Day was a resounding success, leaving everyone with cherished memories and some with a sugar rush! It waa a lovely

It’s back!

Following in the footsteps of our previous year, the departments went head to head to raise the most money across one week for our chosen charities for 22/23 Dementia UK, Alzheimer’s Society and Leeds Hospitals Charity. The teams stepped up the ideas and the competition was on!

We had fundraising across all areas of the business, including Leeds Golf Centre, our Roomzzz locations and our Iconinc sites to name a few. While also running fundraising initiatives centrally from head office. The competition was on!

Our Parklane Properties City Office smashed it out of the park with a total of £1705.70, taking the top spot! They raised the money through two raffles which included a signed Manchester City shirt and a signed Leeds Rhinos shirt, they vinted clothes to generate extra money and also collected general donations. The efforts of the team were definitely reflected in the total amount!

Coming in a close second was Leeds Golf Centre, they were able to use the facilities available to them to raise the money. They had a silent auction with sports memorabilia and also a raffle with some amazing prizes, including lessons, golf buggies and golf balls for the driving range. Joe Feather also raffled off 5 hours worth of lessons, sending this to all his current database, this was so popular Joe offered the prize twice and this brought in a massive £1130, along with the raffle squares and silent action, their grand total was £1,666. A great effort from the Golf Centre.

Third place was HIVE, our maintenance team, they really got stuck in! Down on site they had a bake sale, car boot sale, car wash and a table tennis tournament. They managed to raise a fantastic £930.40, using their initiative to fundraise a massive amount of money. The team should all be super proud!

The other teams also came up with some amazing ideas, our Roomzzz hotels had a summer fete style day, which had stalls such as tombolas and hook a ducks. The central team hosted a Monopoly tournament, which was carried out over the week. Our Iconinc teams were at the residents’ beck and call, they offered to do random acts for a small donation, this included tasks like cleaning their rooms or taking their bins out. They also were making the students smoothies and toasties to help raise money. Parklane Properties Headingley had a raffle which included Live At Leeds tickets, along with other musical goodies. Another Raffle was held by Rentinc for the chance to win a bottomless brunch at SkyLounge at the Hilton. Our Fiance departments raffled off a car parking space in a prime position in the basement car park. Development and Design raffled off a massage and also sold ice cream for the whole of Northgate. Marketing managed to bag a free Haven Holiday and sold raffle tickets for the chance to win the caravan stay. Our HR department teamed up with central Iconinc to make barista style coffee and hot chocolates for a small fee in the office, along with a selection of lovely sweet treats. Alongside this they also held two raffles for The Garden Party Tickets and a table with a £50 bar tab at Chow Down.

Everyone did an amazing job in raising a substantial amount, with this year’s final total being £7011.71. The effort from everyone has been much appreciated. We want to say another massive thank you to all those involved and to everyone who donated! This money means so much to our chosen charities and this is a huge stepping stone in reaching our goal of 60K for 60.

The Parklane Group has unveiled plans to expand its luxury student accommodation brand, IconInc, into Lincoln with a £20 million development set to open in 2019.

With 138 luxury apartments, the Lincoln IconInc development will commence construction early in 2018 and will be situated in the very heart of the City Centre, just a ten-minute walk from Lincoln University and Central Station, at the junction point between Beaumont Fee Mint Lane and Park Street.

 

Students residing at the new development will enjoy the unrivalled all-inclusive facilities offered by the IconInc brand. These include a steam room, sauna, home cinema, gym, a fully equipped pantry with grab-and-go breakfast and a 24-hour concierge, as well as an array of communal areas where students can socialise, dine and study together.

Naveen Ahmed, Managing Director of the Parklane Group, explains: “We are pleased to be bringing the IconInc brand to Lincoln, building on the success of our existing developments in Liverpool and Leeds, and setting a new standard in luxury student living in Lincolnshire. IconInc aims to reinvent student living and strives to improve student lifestyle by offering residents unrivalled facilities, the latest in technology, luxury design and furnishings, all conveniently located to make the most of their University city. Putting the experience and the welfare of tenants at the heart of what we do is key to IconInc’s success and we strive to provide a level of luxury living that exceeds the expectations of our tenants.”

 

The development is set to be ideally located within a close proximity of shopping and entertainment areas with a multitude of bars, restaurants, cafes, high street shops and a cinema complex. The site boasts excellent connections to local facilities and transport links, a key feature of all IconInc’s developments, as well as being safely accessible on foot by pedestrian only zones.

The site is currently home to a former school building, St Martins Parish Hall and Stokes Warehouse. The development scheme proposes to retain the three buildings present on site, securing their future in the landscape whilst renovating them to allow them to be usable enjoyable spaces.

Current IconInc developments are known as the most covetable spaces in the cities they’re in and with future plans to expand across the UK, IconInc is set to change the shape of student living.

The sun was out, the food was great and the event was fun. The brand new IconInc, The Glassworks officially opened on Tuesday 29^th of August and we put on a grand event to celebrate the opening of this £19m, 6 storey, 150 room student living space.

On the day, around 100 business partners and press came from around the country to help us celebrate this great event and it was Councillor Judith Blake, the leader of Leeds City Council, who cut the red ribbon to welcome students in to their new home.

Guests were shown around each of the different room varieties that students will be living in; the Neo, Smart Studio, Elegance Studio and the Grande Apartment. All rooms were dressed to impress and the apartments had a lot of people wishing they could re-live their student days all over again, but this time, in a little more luxury.

Each room is kitted out with an en-suite bathroom, flat screen TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, study space, a 1000 pocket sprung mattress and ample storage space to fit in all the necessities and little luxuries that students at IconInc love.

 

As well as the rooms, the tour showed guests around the mega kitchens, where students will be able to cook up a variety of meals, followed by the lounges where they can relax after a hard day of studying.

It wasn’t just the living areas that were being showed off though. The Glassworks also features a private cinema with a 9 foot screen, a modern gym with all the latest equipment, a sauna and steam room for weekend pampering sessions and study rooms where groups can practice their presentations. There’s the “Grab and Go” fully equipped pantry, where IconInc residents can pick up their free breakfast every morning and any snacks that take their fancy throughout the day. For students wanting to study away from the library, the specially fitted Mac Zone provides all the facilities for students to surf the web, do research and write essays on the brand new Mac Books.

The tours were followed with a speech by The Parklane Group director, Naveen Ahmed, who told everyone just how much of a journey it had been to get The Glassworks to where it is today.

“We are continuously innovating to further meet the changing needs of students who want to get more from their accommodation than just a living space. We’ve raised the bar even higher with The Glassworks, bringing Leeds students an unparalleled level of luxury, superior quality facilities and stunning interior design like never before.”

 

It was then time for a BBQ lunch that showed off the outdoor BBQ area next to the slide and glamping pods, something which IconInc has never featured before in any of its accommodation. For dessert, a bar that included freshly cooked waffles, chocolate mousse and cheesecake was on offer for one day only.

 

Although students won’t be able to enjoy the dessert bar – maybe that’s an idea for the next IconInc apartments! – everything else in this brand new luxury accommodation is now open and we can’t wait for everyone to start enjoying IconInc, The Glassworks!