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MediaCityUK Phase 1

Transforming Salford’s derelict docklands into a vibrant mixed-use destination

Manchester, UK

MediaCityUK is a remarkable story of transformation. The once derelict Salford docklands have been transformed into a state-of-the-art, purpose-built media hub and vibrant waterfront community, home to the BBC and 200 of the world’s most exciting creative, tech and media brands. As part of the first phase, we have delivered a generous piazza, media park and waterfront boulevard that has brought vitality to this part of Manchester.

Award

Year

BIFM Sustainability and Environmental Impact Award

2013

North West Regional Construction Award

2011

Salford Design Awards: Best Public Realm

2010

Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Award

2009

"Gillespies landscaping [for MediaCityUK] is intelligent, for instance in the way it cuts through the high wharf edges to create broad steps down to the water, and offsets hard and soft landscape areas"

Hugh Pearman, RIBA Journal

Project details

Title

MediaCityUK Phase 1

Client

Peel Group

Status

Complete

Project team

Peel Group