Project
Material Source
An exciting hub in centre of Manchester purpose built for the design community.
Photos: Tim Ainsworth






At a glance
Location | Central Manchester |
Sector | Retail |
Client | Material Source |
Architect | In House |
Lighting Design | Light Forms |
From Material Source: “The first of its kind in the UK, our 15,000 sq ft studio is situated in the Grade II listed Hanover Building in NOMA. Set across two levels, it features a wealth of inspirational exhibits and interactive displays from 35 leading brands operating in the commercial interiors and built environment sectors. It also includes an 80-seat theatre, a CPD area, a 300+ book library, 7 meeting spaces, a co-working hub and a podcast studio. Plus, an internal garden and a fully mature, 6-metre tree, spanning both floors”
Light Forms proudly manufactured the majority of lighting for this incredible studio, by Material Source.