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Foyer JLP01_22_02_099
Filename: jlp01_22_02_099.jpg
Size: 5376 x 7968 (5.2MB)
Date: 17th March 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive
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Foyer JLP01_22_02_099
The Bridgewater Hall, Barbirolli Square, Manchester. Looking up at the glazed projecting prow of the main foyer of the Bridgewater Hall during its construction, with a workman in the foreground.
The Bridgewater Hall was designed as the home of the Halle Orchestra. Work on the site began in September 1993. The building was topped out in March 1995 and it was opened in September 1996
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Media ID 24561719
© Historic England Archive
1990s Building Work Concert Hall Construction Entrance Modern Architecture Sport And Recreation Urban Development Urban Regeneration City Centre Concert Venue Lobby
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment during the construction of the iconic Bridgewater Hall in Manchester. The image showcases the grandeur and modern architecture of the concert hall's main foyer, with its glazed projecting prow reaching towards the sky. In the foreground, a lone workman adds scale to this impressive structure. Designed as the permanent home for the esteemed Halle Orchestra, work on Bridgewater Hall began in September 1993 and was completed three years later. The building's topping out ceremony took place in March 1995, marking a significant milestone in its construction journey. Finally, in September 1996, this magnificent concert venue opened its doors to music enthusiasts from all walks of life. The photograph not only highlights the beauty and elegance of Bridgewater Hall but also symbolizes urban regeneration and development within Manchester's city center. It stands as a testament to how architectural marvels can reshape an entire area while providing spaces for cultural enrichment. Preserved by Historic England Archive, this image serves as a reminder of both past achievements and future aspirations. It encapsulates an era when craftsmanship merged with contemporary design principles to create enduring landmarks that continue to inspire awe today.
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