404 Wilbraham Road, Chorlton is a prominent corner site at the junction of Wilbraham Road and Egerton Road North; positioned as a gateway arrival into Chorlton. The existing property is described as vacant and in disrepair, with an established commercial planning history associated with a garden centre and ancillary uses. Muse Architects prepared a planning led pre application concept to explore mixed commercial and residential potential; with the intention of improving the street edge and supporting an active frontage; subject to consultation and the relevant consents. The proposal has been developed with policy context and connectivity in mind. Public transport access is strong; the Chorlton Metrolink stop is within short walking distance and bus stops are located close to the site. This accessibility supports a sustainable movement strategy that prioritises walking and cycling and can reduce reliance on private car travel, subject to the final transport assessment and parking strategy. At ground floor, two flexible commercial units are arranged to address both street elevations, supporting visibility, surveillance and activity. Residential access is kept clear and legible; with servicing considerations separated to protect commercial operation, subject to detailed layout and management arrangements.  Strategic Planning: We believe every successful project starts with thoughtful planning. Our team carefully analyzes space, functionality, and client needs to create efficient layouts that balance practicality with visual appeal. Creative Design Solutions: Our designs combine creativity with purpose. Whether residential or commercial, we craft unique architectural concepts that reflect personality, enhance usability, and bring innovative ideas to life Modern & Stylish Architecture: We focus on contemporary aesthetics, clean lines, and elegant materials to create modern, stylish spaces that feel fresh, sophisticated, and timeless. Functional & Inspiring Spaces: From homes to commercial environments, we design spaces that inspire comfort, productivity, and connection; ensuring beauty, functionality, and long-term value in every project.

Ibraheem Mosque: 39 Upper Lloyd Street, Manchester M14 4HY is located around 1.5 miles south of Manchester city centre, within Rusholme and the wider student corridor serving the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. The mosque is one of the busiest in the city, responding to sustained growth in local Muslim communities since the 1990s and 2000s and regular use by Muslim students for daily prayers, lectures and learning. Muse Architects were commissioned to support a planning led transformation to improve capacity, accessibility and community provision, including a Manchester City Council planning approval (ref 121897/FO/2018), granted in June 2021. The ambition is to upgrade facilities for worship, education and civic engagement; while creating inclusive access for disabled and elderly worshippers and providing dedicated space for youth, women and after school learning. The proposed development centres on a coordinated package of internal re planning and targeted extensions. At ground and lower ground, the scheme introduces an improved entrance sequence, new lift and stair cores, and a covered courtyard to enhance wayfinding, safety and inclusivity. The ground floor extends into the courtyard to enlarge the main prayer hall and provide supporting community uses including youth space, kitchen provision and accessible WCs. Existing educational areas are strengthened through additional classrooms and multi-functional rooms, enabling structured learning programmes and community support activities.  Strategic Planning: We believe every successful project starts with thoughtful planning. Our team carefully analyzes space, functionality, and client needs to create efficient layouts that balance practicality with visual appeal. Creative Design Solutions: Our designs combine creativity with purpose. Whether residential or commercial, we craft unique architectural concepts that reflect personality, enhance usability, and bring innovative ideas to life Modern & Stylish Architecture: We focus on contemporary aesthetics, clean lines, and elegant materials to create modern, stylish spaces that feel fresh, sophisticated, and timeless. Functional & Inspiring Spaces: From homes to commercial environments, we design spaces that inspire comfort, productivity, and connection; ensuring beauty, functionality, and long-term value in every project.

The Al Furqan Centre, Rusholme, Manchester appointed Muse Architects to support targeted improvements within a tightly constrained urban footprint; increasing capacity; improving accessibility; and strengthening the building’s ability to support worship, learning, and community services. Muse Architects led the planning process with Manchester City Council; shaping evidence led proposal that balanced operational requirements with local context. Planning consent was secured following a detailed review process, establishing a viable route to enhance the centre’s facilities while maintaining a coherent architectural identity.  Strategic Planning: We believe every successful project starts with thoughtful planning. Our team carefully analyzes space, functionality, and client needs to create efficient layouts that balance practicality with visual appeal. Creative Design Solutions: Our designs combine creativity with purpose. Whether residential or commercial, we craft unique architectural concepts that reflect personality, enhance usability, and bring innovative ideas to life Modern & Stylish Architecture: We focus on contemporary aesthetics, clean lines, and elegant materials to create modern, stylish spaces that feel fresh, sophisticated, and timeless. Functional & Inspiring Spaces: From homes to commercial environments, we design spaces that inspire comfort, productivity, and connection; ensuring beauty, functionality, and long-term value in every project.

101 Queens Road, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M8 8UT is a planning led pre application concept developed by Muse Architects. The work explores how a constrained gateway site at the junction of Queens Road and Appleford Drive could be brought into more productive use; adjacent to the Queens Road bus depot; and within reach of Manchester city centre and key public transport corridors. The emerging proposal sets out a potential route to transform an underutilised plot into a high quality, residential led mixed use building; designed to respond to the existing urban fabric; maintain a consistent building line; and seek to improve the setting of the adjacent listed building, subject to heritage assessment and the relevant consents. Muse’s approach began with evidence led analysis; site and townscape review; building height and context mapping; transport connectivity; local amenity and green space review; and a planning history scan to understand earlier constraints and typical areas of concern, including massing, streetscape integration, and effects on heritage assets. This work informed a design direction for a contemporary feature building at a key approach into the city; aiming to balance a stronger identity with contextual scale and a robust residential environment.  Strategic Planning: We believe every successful project starts with thoughtful planning. Our team carefully analyzes space, functionality, and client needs to create efficient layouts that balance practicality with visual appeal. Creative Design Solutions: Our designs combine creativity with purpose. Whether residential or commercial, we craft unique architectural concepts that reflect personality, enhance usability, and bring innovative ideas to life Modern & Stylish Architecture: We focus on contemporary aesthetics, clean lines, and elegant materials to create modern, stylish spaces that feel fresh, sophisticated, and timeless. Functional & Inspiring Spaces: From homes to commercial environments, we design spaces that inspire comfort, productivity, and connection; ensuring beauty, functionality, and long-term value in every project.