Historic Leeds Hotel returned to former glory

Plans have been unveiled for the redevelopment of a historic Grade II Listed Hotel in Leeds. The refurbishment, designed by Den Architecture will include a 43 room ApartHotel, internal courtyard, bar, office space and gym.

Looking at the Proposed Jubilee Hotel from The Headrow

Image of the existing Jubilee Hotel in 1984

The Old

Built in 1904, the former Jubilee Hotel was once described as the only remaining ‘Gin Palace’ in Leeds. The retention of the hotels stunning existing features has been a priority for Den Architecture, and the proposals will see the existing building brought back to its former glory, with improvements to the internal layouts and high end contemporary finishes throughout.

Image of the existing Jubilee Hotel and adjacent building from the Town Hall steps

The New

The scheme includes the redevelopment of the existing Jubilee Hotel building, alongside a new build extension on the corner of East Parade. The new-build element, highlighted by the use of two full height green walls on each end, uses a bold red brick to complement and enhance the distinct terracotta brickwork on the existing Jubilee Hotel.

The new building is contemporary in terms of design and aesthetic but assimilates the classical proportions of the existing Jubilee Building.

Replicating the scales and forms found in the existing building creates a development that sits comfortably in its uniquely sensitive environment, surrounded by a number of significant historical buildings.

The green wall theme is replicated in the internal courtyard, and acts as a buffer between the old and the new. Strong horizontal and vertical elements define the new build element from the rounded and expressive features of the existing hotel.