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The inner ring road is cutting into the neck of our city. Let’s tear it...
The Simpson Haugh-designed scheme was rejected in October
Famous American practice drafted in on one of the city's most controversial developments
Jonathan Schofield applauds an idea from Chapter One Books
The university should not be brutal to its own Brutalism, says Jonathan Schofield
Andrea Sandor thinks they should. Here's why...
Jonathan Schofield on the building boom and how things have changed
Most are derelict and in disrepair, despite all five being Grade II-listed
Smelly ditches, cow’s stomach lining and broken pianos - Jonathan Schofield reveals more strange (and...
Kampus 'oasis' will feature balcony bars, ground floor cafes and a 'salvaged concrete box on...
As Alty is nominated for a national high street prize, Jonathan Schofield asks what's changed?
Jonathan Schofield discusses authenticity and 'rank hysteria' as tensions ramp up
In part three of her NQ investigation, Andrea Sandor wonders what is the point of...
Jonathan Schofield thinks the work here provides a yardstick for other parts of the city
Jonathan Schofield welcomes green ambition and thinking big next to the city centre
Network Rail's mass sell-off could spell trouble for Manchester traders. Danny Moran reports on what’s...
Jonathan Schofield explores new plans to correct our lop-sided city
Jonathan Schofield thinks filling out this council form promotes a sense of well-being
News & Comment
FilterManchester's inner ring road is choking us and the city - but there’s another (Mancunian) way
The inner ring road is cutting into the neck of our city. Let’s tear it...
Big rethink for Andrew Flintoff's Castlefield towers
The Simpson Haugh-designed scheme was rejected in October
New architect for Gary Neville's delayed St Michael's towers
Famous American practice drafted in on one of the city's most controversial developments
Northern Quarter disgrace to blossom into floral pocket park?
Jonathan Schofield applauds an idea from Chapter One Books
Manchester’s 'Little Brasilia' under threat as development looms
The university should not be brutal to its own Brutalism, says Jonathan Schofield
Reimagining the Northern Quarter - but can these new plans become a reality?
Andrea Sandor thinks they should. Here's why...
The Manchester Crane Survey: record-breaking residential, but what does it mean for the city?
Jonathan Schofield on the building boom and how things have changed
These five Greater Manchester theatres are at risk of being lost
Most are derelict and in disrepair, despite all five being Grade II-listed
Curiosities in the city: an alternative tour of Manchester (part three)
Smelly ditches, cow’s stomach lining and broken pianos - Jonathan Schofield reveals more strange (and...
First look at city centre's 'lush' new food and drink garden
Kampus 'oasis' will feature balcony bars, ground floor cafes and a 'salvaged concrete box on...
Is Altrincham the blueprint?
As Alty is nominated for a national high street prize, Jonathan Schofield asks what's changed?
Northern Quarter demolitions: "We don’t want Manchester to become a heritage theme park"
Jonathan Schofield discusses authenticity and 'rank hysteria' as tensions ramp up
Northern Quarter 'Conservation Area'? Don't make me laugh.
In part three of her NQ investigation, Andrea Sandor wonders what is the point of...
Light, drama and bridges: the Ordsall Chord public realm is a triumph
Jonathan Schofield thinks the work here provides a yardstick for other parts of the city
The Crescent masterplan: making sense of Salford
Jonathan Schofield welcomes green ambition and thinking big next to the city centre
Arch Life: the very real threat to Manchester's railway arch businesses
Network Rail's mass sell-off could spell trouble for Manchester traders. Danny Moran reports on what’s...
A high line for Manchester? The Northern Gateway could make it happen
Jonathan Schofield explores new plans to correct our lop-sided city
Tell it to them straight: beggars, drugs, filth and prizes
Jonathan Schofield thinks filling out this council form promotes a sense of well-being