A statement from developer Craigewan said: “On behalf of its client, St. John’s Wood Square Limited, Craigewan can confirm the appointment of Lendlease to provide advice during the detailed design phase of the development prior to the appointment of a main contractor.”

The 2.2ha site was the former home of the Royal Horse Artillery and will be transformed into luxury homes across eight blocks.

Construction work is scheduled to last for five-and-a-half years.