3 Hardman Street

3 Hardman Street is an office building in Spinningfields, Manchester, standing 16 floors tall with glass facades that frame views across the financial district. The structure contains extensive office space across multiple levels, complemented by underground parking facilities and passenger elevators.

The building was constructed between 2007 and 2009 as the largest speculative office project outside London during Manchester's growth as a business center. Its completion marked a turning point in the city's financial district development.

The building houses numerous financial institutions and professional organizations, establishing this area as Manchester's leading business hub. Workers and visitors experience the rhythm of a busy corporate center where deals and transactions shape the daily pace.

The building can be accessed through multiple entrances with elevators serving all floors, while underground parking is available for vehicles. Keep in mind that this is an active business facility, so certain areas are restricted to registered users.

The building achieved an excellent BREEAM rating for its environmental design, featuring energy-efficient systems integrated throughout. This commitment to sustainability was unusually advanced for office buildings at that time.

Location: Manchester

Inception: 2009

Architects: Sheppard Robson

Floors above the ground: 16

Elevators: 20

GPS coordinates: 53.47970,-2.25030

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:47