Construction in Manchester 2022

Manchester as part of the Northern Powerhouse has been undergoing regeneration for the past decade. However, there appears to have been a recent surge in redevelopment plans, with the skyline set to change further in 2022.

The city continues to attract investment and redevelopment due to the region’s impressive economic growth. We at Time-Lapse Systems are privileged to have our camera systems installed across Manchester, helping to capture the changing cityscape for over 15 years

Here’s an update of recent and upcoming key projects in the city in 2022.

Residential Developments

Across the city, several high-quality residential schemes are underway as apartment and housing developments look set to continue as the primary driver of construction in the region.

We are delighted to be documenting the construction of 4 Angel Gardens, a 35-storey residential-led, mixed-use development of 466 luxury apartments right in the heart of the NOMA regeneration masterplan.

Our camera systems continue to report at MediaCityUK in Salford Quays, and this time for our longstanding client, Glenbrook to capture Plot D3, also known as High Definition. Here we are documenting the construction of 280 apartments across two towers complete with a communal garden and retail space.

At New Victoria, a prominently positioned £185m build to rent project scheme will deliver 520 apartments across two towers, an eight-storey office building plus new public realm, retail units, and gym.

Whilst the New Cross city centre neighbourhood, in between Ancoats and NOMA is currently home to several regeneration projects to upgrade the area. This includes New Cross Central, a new stylish residential development.

In Salford, next to Spinningfields we are delighted to continue to capture the transformation of the area and the numerous construction phases of New Bailey– a destination for residential, retail, and business.

Public Realm and Cultural Projects

We are privileged that our camera system has been installed in the Mayfield region of the city, an area undergoing intense regeneration and vying to become one of Manchester’s landmark destinations. Urban regeneration has already left its mark, with the repurposed Mayfield Depot now a huge events venue and the award-winning food and drink destination Escape to Freight Island pulling visitors to the area. However further significant redevelopment plans are underway including bringing the River Medlock back into use and the construction of Mayfield Park – a 6.5-acre site that will become the city centre’s first public park in 100 years.

Public realm work is also forging ahead elsewhere in the city centre, with the upgrade and transformation of Albert Square into a world-class events space. This renovation work is being undertaken in conjunction with the Our Town Hall heritage project by Manchester City Council to update and repurpose the 19th-century town hall building for future generations. Time-Lapse Systems are proud to be documenting the extensive work on this project and currently have numerous camera systems installed to capture the full range of works being undertaken externally and internally.

Manchester City Council is also involved in the development of The Factory, a new landmark arts venue and cultural space that will be the permanent home of the Manchester International Festival, which is currently under construction and set to be completed in 2022.

Hotel & Hospitality Developments

With the arrival of The Factory, the Soho House hospitality group has plans afoot close by in the emerging St Johns neighbourhood.

We’re delighted to be capturing the build of the distinctive Jenga-inspired Leonardo Hotel Piccadilly East by Capital and Centric. The £35 million hotel, due to open in 2022, is located in the heart of the emerging neighbourhood of Piccadilly East, directly behind Piccadilly Station. The hotel’s dramatic design incorporates greenery-laden planters, as well as a restaurant terrace area that connects with a new public square.

Other significant hotel projects are set to open in 2022, including the 206-bedroom Treehouse Hotel Manchester. This will form part of the £200 million redevelopment of the Renaissance Hotel site in Deansgate which will include a 27-storey leaning tower. This will also be part of the wider redevelopment of new retail space and public realm alongside the River Irwell.

At Time-Lapse Systems we are proud to have played a role in documenting some of Manchester’s most significant recent developments through high-quality time-lapse photography. From major commercial schemes to residential projects and large-scale infrastructure improvements, our cameras have captured the city’s transformation in a way that is accurate, reliable and easy to share. For project teams, stakeholders and the wider public, time-lapse provides clear and measurable benefits. These include:

• Progress monitoring: Regularly updated visuals allow teams to track construction activity and milestones in real time.

• Stakeholder communication: Time-lapse sequences provide a transparent and accessible way to update clients, investors and the community.

• Marketing and PR: Completed videos showcase projects in a dynamic format that highlights the full scope of work from start to finish.

• Archival record: A full visual record is created, documenting the development process for future reference and reporting.

By providing comprehensive coverage of projects across Manchester, we have demonstrated the value of time-lapse in supporting the planning, management and communication of large-scale works. As a trusted time-lapse provider in Manchester, our experience ensures that we deliver secure, professional systems tailored to the needs of each site.

Whether used to capture a long-term regeneration project or a short-term installation, time-lapse photography is a proven tool for delivering clear insight and creating compelling visual outputs. For organisations seeking a reliable time-lapse provider in Manchester, we at Time-Lapse Systems offer the technical expertise and sector experience required to achieve high-quality results.