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Construction site JLP01_22_01_027_05
The Bridgewater Hall, Barbirolli Square, Manchester. A panorama showing the Bridgewater Hall during construction from the north-west, viewed through a fisheye lens.
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.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
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Media ID 24561709
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1990s Building Work Concert Hall Construction Urban Development Urban Regeneration City Centre Concert Venue Wide Angle
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This print captures the dynamic construction site of The Bridgewater Hall in Barbirolli Square, Manchester. Through the lens of a fisheye camera, this panoramic view showcases the grandeur and scale of the concert hall during its development in the 1990s. Designed to be the prestigious home of the Halle Orchestra, work on The Bridgewater Hall commenced in September 1993. As depicted in this image, building activities were well underway as it took shape against Manchester's cityscape. The construction process reached a significant milestone when it was topped out in March 1995, marking an important step towards its completion. The significance of this photograph extends beyond its aesthetic appeal. It is part of the Breaking New Ground Project undertaken by Historic England Archive and John Laing Charitable Trust between 2019-20. By cataloguing images like these, they aim to document and preserve architectural achievements that contribute to urban regeneration and development. As you admire this snapshot frozen in time, let your imagination wander back to a period when cranes dotted Manchester's skyline and dreams were being realized through bricks and mortar. This photo encapsulates not only a remarkable feat of engineering but also serves as a testament to human creativity and ambition.
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