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
