The 'funky' new 'landmark' library that will tower over Mancunian Way
manchestereveningnews.co.ukA ‘funky’ new university library will be built in the shadow of Mancunian Way. Manchester Metropolitan University’s (MMU) new All Saints Library has been given the green light by the council’s planning committee, which voted to unanimously approve the application on Thursday (February 15).
The new building, featuring a striking ‘zig-zag’ design, is the product of an international competition, the meeting heard. “The result is a distinct landmark building,” the university’s planning agent, John Cooper, told the Town Hall meeting. Try MEN Premium now for FREE...
just click here to give it a go. “The project is a central part of the university’s strategy to give an excellent education for its students.
By replacing the existing outdated library building this will provide a facility fit for the 21st century.” The new 13-storey institution will also be the home for the University’s Special Collection Museum and the Manchester Poetry Library - the North West’s first public poetry library.
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