1983
Founded by John Wood
First year turnover of £300k. First contract with British Steel, a working relationship we have fostered over 35 years.
1988
Work commenced on the Japanese Embassy and the Southern office was opened in London. The annual turnover reached £10m.
1997
First RoSPA Gold Award
2000
Goldman Sachs Christchurch Street project (£50m) awarded. Annual turnover reached £111m.
2002
Sage contract awarded (£60m).
2005
Echo Building Residential Joint Venture (£25m).
2006
Awarded RoSPA President Award.
2007
Works commenced on the Newcastle City Library (£24m) and on Wellbar House (£25m).
2011
Works commenced on the Clipper Distribution Warehouse (£18m).
2013
Works on Newbury Racecourse Apartments commenced (£40m).
2014
Awarded the RoSPA Order of Distinction for 15 consecutive Gold Awards.
2015
Formed Gentoo Residential Joint Venture. Work commenced on Camberwell Green (£26m) and Apex Hotel, Bath (£29m).
2016
Tolent Living established. Work commenced on The Taper Building (£25m).
2017
Andy McLeod joins Tolent as our Chief Executive Officer.
2018
Completed landmark projects across the UK, including: Beacon of Light, Sunderland and Stamford Hill, London. Work commenced on Hadrian’s Tower and the first homes were on sale for Tolent Homes.
