Salboy’s dedicated construction partner DOMIS has mobilised on site with groundworks under way, and construction scheduled for completion in Q2 2026.

The original 2018 planning application was made by Assael Architecture and the scheme was later revised and modernised by Architect Studio Power.

Salboy has renamed the scheme Waterhouse Gardens, paying homage to Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905), one of the most successful Victorian architects.

Each of Waterhouse Garden’s five principal buildings will be named after local waterways, and their interior design and landscaping will be inspired by the location’s past as a brewery. 

Salboy acquired the site in December 2022 with the intention to develop a mixed-used scheme (£195m GDV) across five buildings, including a 20-storey tower, and a landscaped public realm. 

Located adjacent to Manchester College’s new city campus and only a short walk from the city’s Northern Quarter, Waterhouse Gardens will provide 556 new city centre homes.

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The scheme will also include 31,000 sq ft of commercial and retail space, as well as exclusive access for residents to their own onsite ‘clubhouse’ that offers them swimming pools, squash and basketball courts, lounges and games rooms, private dining, cinema room, meeting rooms and workspaces, and a private landscaped garden.

Graham + Sibbald is advising Salboy on the commercial space within Waterhouse Gardens.

Simon Ismail, co-founder and MD at Salboy, commented: “Right on target work has commenced on our exciting new scheme on one of Manchester’s largest and last-remaining regeneration sites.

“As is always the way with Salboy schemes, we only start the sales process once we are live on site. 

“With boots now on the ground, from September buyers will be able to purchase with confidence in this fully funded scheme.

“Waterhouse Gardens will be a residential-led mixed-use regeneration project that pays close attention to creating an appealing landscaped environment where young people buy and rent their homes, as well as study, begin or progress their careers, and socialise all within easy reach of Manchester’s city centre.”

Director at Graham + Sibbald, Conor Mulloy, added: “We are delighted to be involved in such an exciting project upon one of Manchester’s most landmark locations, and it’s great to see the works now starting on site.

“The design of the development together with the attention to detail on items such as the landscaping will ensure this brand-new neighbourhood will be hugely attractive to both residents and commercial operators alike.”