Property People

What are the prospects for the property sector in Yorkshire?
Frank Kofler, director at Castlhouse Construction in LeedsFrank Kofler, director at Castlhouse Construction in Leeds
Frank Kofler, director at Castlhouse Construction in Leeds

The majority within the regional property sector seem to be following the ‘proceed with caution’ approach whilst still retaining a positive outlook about the months ahead.

What is the best project you have been involved in?

The construction of seven new operating theatres at Airedale General Hospital in West Yorkshire certainly fits the bill, for the sheer complexity and sense of fulfilment at completion.

What is your favourite building in the region and why?

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The Alhambra Theatre in Bradford is my favourite building, for its apposite architectural elements and as a local success which attracts a huge amount of tourism to the city.

The juxtaposed Odeon, which is similar architecturally, symbolises local decline whereas The Alhambra stands out.

If you could change one thing to improve the property industry in this region, what would it be?

It would definitely be the ability to place all statutory bodies, including planning, under contract.

Whom has inspired you?

Everyone I have worked with, and for, have had an influence on me in some way.