Archetech Issue 63 2022 | Page 48

DOORS , WINDOWS & FITTINGS

COOL KAMPUS PROJECT MINTO & TURNER BUILDING COTTONS ON TO TIMBER WINDOWS AND DOORS

PART OF THE KAMPUS PROJECT TO REGENERATE MANCHESTER ’ S CANAL STREET AND SURROUNDING AREAS , THE MINTO & TURNER BUILDING , A FORMER COTTON WAREHOUSE , IS A WELL- KNOWN LOCAL LANDMARK SITUATED ON THE ROCHDALE CANAL IN THE CENTRE OF THE CITY
A red brick Grade II listed warehouse building , it is an award winning scheme converted under the watchful eye of ShedKM Architects into trendy apartments by Mount Anvil on behalf of Capital & Centric and Henry Boot Developments .
This instagrammers ’ paradise has a real contemporary feel that manages to retain its past strong heritage whilst making it suitable for today ’ s modern lifestyle . Inside is exposed brickwork and cast iron columns with large open cloister living areas providing dual aspect views through the George Barnsdale black / grey timber casement windows . Outside , cast iron fire escapes and hoists have been restored and retained . The building also features matching smaller square pivot windows which have flush fitting hinges providing 180 degree rotation , allowing the easy cleaning
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