Plans in for five-tower vertical village in Manchester

The final plans have been submitted for Manchester’s first-ever vertical village.

Subject to planning permission, the Trinity Islands development will create 1,400 new homes across five towers along the banks of the River Irwell.

Trinity Islands is set to become one of the tallest residential developments in Western Europe, according to Allied London project director James Sidlow, who believes residents will enjoy some of the city’s “most scenic views”.

He added: “Trinity Islands will appeal to a wide variety of people with its excellent onsite amenity and community-lead retail offering, as well as its sky gardens and lounges that allow residents to relax and unwind.”

If approved, the finished vertical village will centre around farmers’ markets, retail units and educational facilities, along with independent bars, cafes, workspace, community galleries and events.

Allied London chief exec Michael Ingall said “Trinity Islands is without doubt one of our most ambitious developments so far.

“This area, at the dissection of two cities, is an incredibly important one and is developing rapidly.”

He continued: “Allied London are ambitious and motivated to deliver something both exciting and sustainable.

“We have been delighted with everyone’s interest; from Historic England on the form and design development, to those at the council and everyone commenting via social media. We have been careful to respond to informed, relevant criticism and comment and believe the current design is both exciting and deliverable.”

According to Allied London, the Child Graddon Lewis-designed scheme draws on its recent success at Leeds Dock.

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