A humble landmark, signifying the start of a pedestrianised Lower Hillgate.
Enclosed within the walls of adjacent buildings and the High Street, this industrial building with a contemporary twist makes its mark.
The transparency of the lower facade invites the passer-by to involve themselves with the building, and take a look inside where they are welcomed by a display of Stockport’s community with a new creative space, one that encourages the goal of recycling textiles.
The textile workshop spills outdoors into the central courtyard, providing space for a sheltered yet sunny (hopefully) coffee break.
Should the residents wish for this space to be more private, the option of the upper roof terrace makes for a perfect solution. With views across Stockport, framed by bold openings, this space is the ideal hidden entrance into the dwellings.
At night, when inhabitants have called it a day, the central circulation column clad with perforated brick gently glows casting patterned light across the street guiding those still ambling home.
