Starlight rounds off 278-home Lighthaus tower
Delivered by Vermont Construction and X1 Developments, the 31-storey build sits on Princes Dock within the £5bn Liverpool Waters regeneration area and will offer a range of BTR apartments.
Liverpool’s Lighthaus offers 278 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, many with views overlooking the River Mersey.
Features within the tower include a panoramic sky lounge, a gym, communal lounges, co-working spaces, and a concierge service.
Starlight Investments, a Canadian firm, supported the project with a £45m advance in 2023.
A rooftop terrace is the building’s statement amenity. Credit: via Crestview
Jonnie Milich, head of UK residential services at Starlight, said: “Built-to-rent in the North has entered a new phase.
“Lighthaus shows what the next generation of rental living looks like, with well-designed living spaces, professional management, and access to lifestyle amenities people expect.
“The pre-leasing response demonstrates a strong demand for this kind of offering in Liverpool and across the region.”
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Raj Mehta, president of global markets at Starlight, added: “Delivering new homes at scale requires genuine collaboration between public and private sector partners.
“Lighthaus reflects that collaboration in action. It contributes to housing supply, supports local employment, and strengthens the wider community.
“We are grateful to Liverpool City Council and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority for their leadership and continued support in helping bring this vision to life.”
Chris Capes, Liverpool Waters development director at Peel Waters, said: “This achievement reflects our long-standing partnership between Peel Waters with X1 Developments and Vermont Construction, whose expertise has been instrumental in delivering exceptional results.
“Beyond creating a stunning new residential tower, this development has generated a fantastic pipeline of opportunities for local people throughout the build; from full-time employment to apprenticeships and placements for students at the onsite City of Liverpool Construction Academy.
“Lighthaus demonstrates the strong appeal of Liverpool Waters as a destination for international investors, reinforcing the confidence in our vision.”
Mark Connor, chief executive of Vermont, added: “This project underscores Liverpool Waters growing reputation among global investors and Peel’s ambitious plans for the development of Liverpool’s waterfront. This is just the beginning of its exciting transformation.
“Lighthaus has delivered more than just an impressive BTR residential landmark for the area – it has also allowed Vermont and its supply chain to develop local skills and training opportunities through employment and apprenticeship programmes thanks to the City of Liverpool Construction Academy.”
