107 Piccadilly, Grade II listed building in Piccadilly, Manchester, England.
Description
107 Piccadilly is a five-story building with Edwardian architecture built from red sandstone and brick, featuring arched windows and a central gable across its front. The structure combines concrete, iron, sandstone, and brick materials, creating a solid and visually coherent design.
History
The building was constructed in 1899 from a design by architect Charles Heathcote and originally served cotton manufacturer Sparrow Hardwick & Company as a warehouse, showroom, and office space. It gained Grade II listed status in 1974, marking its recognition as an important part of Manchester's industrial architectural heritage.
Culture
The building takes its name from its prominent address on one of Manchester's main streets and represents the architectural tastes that shaped the city's early 20th-century streetscape. Its red sandstone front with arched details reflects the design preferences of that era.
Practical
The building now operates as a hotel and sits near Piccadilly Gardens, making it a centrally located accommodation option. From this location, most of Manchester's major attractions in the city center are within easy walking distance.
Did you know?
The building showcases an unusual blend of materials typical of its era, with concrete and iron combined alongside traditional sandstone and brick. This mix represents a turning point between Victorian building methods and the emerging construction techniques of the early 1900s.
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