Design in Details
Cheetham Hill, Manchester M8 8LQ is a planning led commercial concept by Muse Architects; developed to test a deliverable event venue on a prominent corner plot at the junction of Cheetham Hill Road and Derby Street. The proposal comprises a two-storey event centre with a basement car park; designed around circa 21 to 22 parking spaces; supporting managed arrivals and dispersal for weddings, exhibitions, and indoor events.
The design strategy is organised around clear zoning and operational flow. The basement level is intended for secure parking and back of house circulation, separating servicing from public areas. At ground floor, the scheme provides a legible public arrival with reception; supported by exhibition space, two conference rooms, staff facilities, kitchen, storage, plant, and a dedicated bin room. This establishes a flexible commercial ground plane; capable of accommodating different event formats while keeping servicing practical and contained.
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.
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Incredible Result
The first floor is planned as the primary events level; integrating a stage, bar, buffet area, kitchen, and supporting storage to enable higher capacity functions and managed hospitality operations. The architectural expression is contemporary and brandable; using a transparent internal volume framed by vertical elements and wrapped with a patterned screen layer; creating a strong frontage identity and controlled daylight. CGI led visuals communicate massing, streetscape presence, and visitor experience, supporting early stakeholder engagement and pre application discussions.
This concept illustrates Muse Architects’ ability to translate commercial ambition into a planning ready proposition; balancing placemaking, operational layout, buildability, and clear visual communication. Scope remains subject to site verification, operator requirements, pre application feedback, highways and servicing input, and technical design development, no third-party reliance.
