Background

Artform Urban and the Bailey Street Furniture Group continue their ongoing partnership with contractors Renaker who has, over recent years, single-handedly transformed the Manchester city centre skyline.

Following its collaboration with furnishing the roof terraces at the now-iconic Deansgate Square and Crown Street buildings, Artform has provided an array of high-quality external furniture for the canalside terrace at Castle Wharf.

Castle Wharf is a modern and contemporary development of 188 apartments and penthouses in the heart of the Castlefield Conservations in Manchester's city centre, and is the epitome of boutique waterside living.

The building, designed by OMI Architects, reflects the area’s industrial heritage. Inside it features high-end amenities; a gymnasium, spa, and lounge spaces.

The exterior terrace has been designed by TPM Landscape and features sandstone to mimic the sandstone outcrops that are visible in the Castlefield Basin.

Products supplied

To co-ordinate with this distinct colour pallet and style, Artform provided a package of complementary street furniture elements.

Large aged oak beams mounted on steel frames, as well as inset into the sandstone planter walls, create a plethora of seating options for dining and socialising.

Bar stools, benches, and tables - as seen at Deansgate Square and Crown Street - have also been selected. The range combines a minimal aluminium frame and hardwood-clad toppers to create durable, stylish and lightweight products that offer ease of manoeuvrability and longevity.

Finally, Spencer litter bins clad in premium-quality hardwood timbers have been placed around the terrace as well as at the entrance to the building. The Spencer's versatile design is available in a variety of materials sizes and shapes - here the quality timbers harmonise alongside the sandstone. The Spencer bin has been used on all 3 projects that Artform has completed to date with Renaker.

Outcome

Artform’s world-leading products, combined with its knowledge and experience within this sector, has resulted in a unique and inviting outdoor social space for residents and guests.