Manchester, UKCommercial / Grade II listed

CIS Tower.

A Manchester icon
with more to give.

Explore the story
CIS Tower in Manchester’s skylineCIS Tower / Manchester

Part of the skyline.
Part of what’s next.

Completed in 1962 for the Co-operative Insurance Society, CIS Tower is a defining part of Manchester’s architectural story. Its scale, character and location in NOMA create a substantial opportunity for reuse.

Seeing its potential begins with understanding what is already here: the building, its place in the city and the qualities that make it worth carrying forward.

CIS Tower within its Manchester setting
A closer view of the CIS Tower building
A different scale.
A different perspective.
The thinking

Look closer.
Think further.

The building

CIS Tower’s listed status puts its architectural character at the centre of the conversation. Understanding the existing building is the starting point for any next chapter.

The possibility

MCR is reviewing the building’s future, with a focus on its architectural character and the potential for improved workspace, amenities and arrival spaces.

The next steps

Detailed proposals will follow the relevant design and consent processes. Updates will follow as the next chapter takes shape.

The architectural scale of CIS Tower
The MCR perspective

Potential is
only the beginning.

Investment, development and operational expertise,
connected around the life of a property.

Our expertise
Architectural CGI of New Town Square, ManchesterNext perspective / Architectural CGI

New Town
Square.

Unity Square

Project overview
Originally built and managed by MCR’s student division, Unity Square is a premier student accommodation development offering a range of modern living options, including shared apartments and private studios. Located just 10 minutes from Liverpool city centre and within walking distance of the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University, Unity Square provides an ideal base for students seeking a balance between academic success and city life. With 240 thoughtfully designed units, Unity Square combines comfort, convenience, and community. Each unit features contemporary furnishings and amenities tailored to student needs, ensuring a productive and enjoyable living experience.
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NO. OF UNITS
240
STATUS
Completed
ADDRESS
26 Shaw St, Liverpool L6 1AA
Unity Square reflects MCR’s commitment to delivering high-quality student housing, enhancing the Liverpool student market with a dynamic, purpose-built living environment.
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