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18/02/2011
The Sharp Project Releases Phase 3
The Sharp Project, located in Newton Heath, East Manchester has released 30,000 sq ft of space for rent in the final phase of the 200,000 sq ft digital content complex.
The Sharp project is due to be completed by the end of March, just before the new Metrolink tram line opens. The space, which is located at the heart of the building, has a mezzanine level with light and airy offices, glazed roofs suitable for office or studio use in 28 units from 500 sq ft through to 1300 sq ft.
A large courtyard in the centre will create a social space with catering and wireless connectivity where people can get together over a coffee, network and hold events for tenants and the wider creative community.
Sue Woodward OBE, Director for the Sharp Project said: "This new phase which is flooded with natural light adds to the range of environments we can offer potential new tenants. Companies however big or small can take advantage of all the facilities on site including the social space, bar and lobby. What's emerging is a community for digital production specialists. We're providing the space, power and connectivity to allow all our businesses to flourish under one roof."
This not-for-profit initiative is led by urban regeneration company, New East Manchester on behalf of site owners Manchester City Council.
Jeff Hook, project leader for Bramall Construction, who are undertaking the work said: "There is nothing in the UK that rivals the Sharp Project's mix of space and digital infrastructure and that makes this a fascinating and challenging project to work on. As a leading regeneration specialist, we are delighted to have played a key role in helping to transform this key site in East Manchester."
The former Sharp warehouse is currently undergoing a £16.5 million refurbishment funded by Manchester City Council, the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) and the European Regional Development Fund. Led by urban regeneration company New East Manchester, Bramall Construction is undertaking the construction work on the refurbished building which has been designed by PRP Architects.
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The Sharp project is due to be completed by the end of March, just before the new Metrolink tram line opens. The space, which is located at the heart of the building, has a mezzanine level with light and airy offices, glazed roofs suitable for office or studio use in 28 units from 500 sq ft through to 1300 sq ft.
A large courtyard in the centre will create a social space with catering and wireless connectivity where people can get together over a coffee, network and hold events for tenants and the wider creative community.
Sue Woodward OBE, Director for the Sharp Project said: "This new phase which is flooded with natural light adds to the range of environments we can offer potential new tenants. Companies however big or small can take advantage of all the facilities on site including the social space, bar and lobby. What's emerging is a community for digital production specialists. We're providing the space, power and connectivity to allow all our businesses to flourish under one roof."
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This not-for-profit initiative is led by urban regeneration company, New East Manchester on behalf of site owners Manchester City Council.
Jeff Hook, project leader for Bramall Construction, who are undertaking the work said: "There is nothing in the UK that rivals the Sharp Project's mix of space and digital infrastructure and that makes this a fascinating and challenging project to work on. As a leading regeneration specialist, we are delighted to have played a key role in helping to transform this key site in East Manchester."
The former Sharp warehouse is currently undergoing a £16.5 million refurbishment funded by Manchester City Council, the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) and the European Regional Development Fund. Led by urban regeneration company New East Manchester, Bramall Construction is undertaking the construction work on the refurbished building which has been designed by PRP Architects.
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