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Water House Gardens
Manchester, United Kingdom
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Water House Gardens
Manchester, United Kingdom
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STATUS
Under Construction
YEAR
2025
BUDGET
$100M +
Waterhouse Gardens, once home to the renowned Boddingtons Brewery, has been designed to deliver a high-quality, mixed-use development on the northern edge of Manchester City Centre. Positioned next to Victoria Railway Station and the Manchester Arena, this landmark project is set to transform the once disused site into a vibrant and active urban destination.
The development comprises 556 residential dwellings alongside 3,500 sqm of flexible commercial space, distributed across four buildings ranging from 11 to 26 storeys. The two-storey commercial block to the west is integrated with a landscaped public garden, creating a new pedestrian route to the city centre. The site's natural level changes enable a clear separation between the residential areas and the commercial spaces, which are strategically positioned at a lower grade.
Residents will enjoy a range of amenities, including a swimming pool, gym, cinema, library, co-working space, and games rooms, enhancing the overall living experience within this dynamic community.
The overall architecture incorporates traditional brick methodologies, focusing on facade depth and simplicity, creating a timeless aesthetic that resonates with Manchester’s evolving urban landscape while honouring the history of the site.
The elevation design captures a sense of authenticity and rhythm, with the depth of the window reveals and attention to detail playing crucial roles in shaping the building’s overall character. Decorative panels inspired by Alfred Waterhouse's architectural details sketchbook connect the six blocks in a playful and harmonious way. These elements enhance the building's decorative features and highlight the hierarchical relationships within its composition.
The development comprises 556 residential dwellings alongside 3,500 sqm of flexible commercial space, distributed across four buildings ranging from 11 to 26 storeys. The two-storey commercial block to the west is integrated with a landscaped public garden, creating a new pedestrian route to the city centre. The site's natural level changes enable a clear separation between the residential areas and the commercial spaces, which are strategically positioned at a lower grade.
Residents will enjoy a range of amenities, including a swimming pool, gym, cinema, library, co-working space, and games rooms, enhancing the overall living experience within this dynamic community.
The overall architecture incorporates traditional brick methodologies, focusing on facade depth and simplicity, creating a timeless aesthetic that resonates with Manchester’s evolving urban landscape while honouring the history of the site.
The elevation design captures a sense of authenticity and rhythm, with the depth of the window reveals and attention to detail playing crucial roles in shaping the building’s overall character. Decorative panels inspired by Alfred Waterhouse's architectural details sketchbook connect the six blocks in a playful and harmonious way. These elements enhance the building's decorative features and highlight the hierarchical relationships within its composition.
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