Kartay

08/04/2026

Swansea's city centre is transforming, one project at a time ✍️

The corner unit at 254-260 Oxford Street is now open and trading as Greggs, bringing new footfall and energy back to this important part of the city centre.

This is the first step in our redevelopment, which will deliver 33 high-quality affordable apartments on the upper floors alongside improved retail space.

We’re pleased to see the site coming back to life and continuing our work to support Swansea’s regeneration.

11/02/2026

Development News: 1 Oxford Street 📣

We’re delighted to confirm that full planning permission has been unanimously approved for Kartay’s mixed-use redevelopment of 1 Oxford Street in Swansea City Centre.

Following more than two years of collaboration with Swansea Council and key stakeholders, this milestone marks a significant step forward in the regeneration of this strategic city centre site, overlooking Castle Gardens, currently undergoing its own revival.

The scheme will extend and comprehensively refurbish the existing building, delivering 29 private rental apartments alongside new and repurposed commercial space, bringing long-disused upper floors back into active use and creating lasting value for Castle Gardens and the wider area.

We look forward to progressing to delivery and contributing to the transformation of a key city centre location.

24/12/2025

Christmas has arrived at Kartay✨🎄

Wishing all of our clients, tenants and partners a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year ahead 💛

02/12/2025

Welcome to Redkite Solicitors, Princess Quarter’s first tenant! 🤩

With a long-standing reputation for legal expertise, Redkite brings a trusted and respected presence to the heart of Swansea, marking a significant step in expanding their city centre presence and commitment to serving clients across South Wales.

We celebrated their launch last week with an evening of networking and partnership as we continue to grow a thriving professional community in the heart of the city.

Interested in joining Redkite at Princess Quarter? Get in touch with our team today to express your interest 👉 https://kartay.co.uk/contact-us/

17/10/2025

Looking for a commercial retail space in Swansea City Centre?

Whether you’re planning to expand with a central location or open up your first premises, we’ve got the perfect ground-floor spot for retail or food and beverage businesses.

At Kartay, we’re passionate about creating contemporary, high-quality developments that bring new life to the city. These commercial units benefit from:

✔️ A landmark, multi-purpose development with 15,000 sq ft of premium office space
✔️ A prime position on one of Swansea’s busiest thoroughfares, with excellent transport links
✔️ Flexible layouts, designed so you can make the unit truly your own
✔️ High footfall from commuters, passersby, and the office community within the building and surrounding business district
✔️ Potential to customise to fit your vision

Take a look around as we show you these impressive spaces that are ready for you to make it your own.

Get in touch to find out more 📧 [email protected]

07/10/2025

📣 Available to Let: 254-260 Oxford Street

Fancy an enviable, city centre location on one of Swansea’s busiest thoroughfares? Four high-spec retail units in this sought-after location are currently available to let!

Here’s what you need to know:
👉 Space ranges from 1,023sq ft - 1,328sq ft
👉 Prominent shop frontages
👉 Short distance from key transport links including the central bus & train station
👉 Rear access from Park Street

For more information, contact us today:
📧 [email protected]

23/09/2025

The redevelopment of 1 Oxford Street marks a new chapter for one of Swansea’s most familiar urban landmarks 🏗️

Overlooking Castle Square, which is currently undergoing a transformation of its own, our plan for 1 Oxford Street includes the modernisation of the building’s existing infrastructure to match Castle Square’s new, vibrant aesthetic.

The ground floor will continue to host McDonald’s and Taco Bell, and will also introduce a new retail unit with prime Castle Square frontage. Subject to planning, the upper floors will be reimagined to include 29 high-quality residential apartments, providing residents with enviable accommodation in central Swansea.

Watch this space for more updates!

09/09/2025

𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🏰

We’re proud to be contributing to the transformation of historical town centre space, Castle Gardens, joining Swansea Council and fellow local developers working to restore it to its former glory.

Our redevelopment works of the upper floors of the Castle Square McDonald’s building is due to start within the next six months (subject to planning permission) providing people with more residential options within the city centre, improving urban living and boosting footfall.

The regeneration of Swansea, including the exciting future of Castle Square, was recently featured on ITV News. Watch here:

Watch the latest from ITV News - The council hopes the project will significantly increase footfall in the city centre, and boost business.

28/08/2025

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿

Swansea has been spotlighted as one of the UK’s top commercial property hotspots - ranking 8th nationally. With major regeneration projects continuing to reshape the city centre, Swansea is evolving into a place where businesses can thrive and footfall continues to grow.

The recently redeveloped 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 is perfectly positioned within Swansea’s emerging business district, offering impressive ground-floor retail units that benefit from the constant footfall generated by nearby offices, retail activity via Castle Square and Wind Street’s thriving hospitality scene.

For retailers, cafes and brands, this is an unparalleled opportunity to place your business right in the heart of Swansea’s transformation.

✅ 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 ground-floor retail units with A1/A2/A3 consent, full‑width glazing and a sleek contemporary design - ideal for café, boutique, or brand-name concessions.
📍 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 on Princess Way / St Mary’s Street - connecting offices, hospitality and leisure attractions
📈 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: a city centre seeing rising investment, footfall and demand for quality retail and hospitality space

See your business thriving in this location? Reach out to us today.

📧 [email protected]

26/08/2025

🏙️ 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲

There continues to be a huge buzz building in Swansea City Centre and Kartay is super proud to be part of it, helping drive the retail resurgence with its strategic acquisition and development of six prime retail units on the bustling Oxford Street.

Four units remain available to let (1,023 – 1,328 sq ft) offering premium shop front visibility on a high-footfall street, close to major retailers including M&S, Costa, Lush and Fraser Hart. You’ll also be minutes from the soon to be newly redeveloped Castle Square, the upcoming Central Library & Community Hub and Swansea Arena.

📩 Be part of Swansea’s next chapter. Contact us for letting details.

📧 [email protected]

17/06/2025

🏆 ɪɴꜱɪᴅᴇʀ ᴘʀᴏᴘᴇʀᴛʏ ᴀᴡᴀʀᴅꜱ

We are super proud that our Princess Quarter development won Fitout / Refurbishment of the Year at the Wales Business Insider Property Awards 2025 last week!

This development is significant to us as a business, bringing 15,000sqft Grade A office and retail space to Swansea City Centre. Designed with an emphasis on style, sustainability and convenience, it provides businesses an opportunity to thrive in a space they can be truly proud of. From the panoramic views on the rooftop terrace, to the breathtaking penthouse boardroom and every thoughtful detail in-between, this development was designed to inspire.

When we set off on this ambitious redevelopment journey, our goal was to help energise Swansea’s business community and create a space that inspires collaboration, innovation and growth. We are immensely proud to have had our hard work recognised in this way and would like to thank everyone who has played such a key role in making it happen.