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Manchester Museum shortlisted

19th January 2024

We are pleased to share that our work at Manchester Museum has been shortlisted as part of the project submission for the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Property and Construction Building of the Year awards 2023. Wilson Mason provided architectural input, lead designer and principal designer role to the recreate the public spaces as part…
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Bicentenary Project gains Planning…

8th January 2024

The University of Manchester’s commemorative bicentenary project the Old Quad has secured planning permission. The project will mark the bicentenary of the University of Manchester, celebrating 200 years of education and innovation. The design created by the team of Wilson Mason, Iteriad, WML Consulting, RPS, AA Projects with Project Managers Recom re-imagines the space to…
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Merry Christmas

22nd December 2023

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2024. This year we are supporting the very worthy Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity, who are the only charity that provide emotional, physical and financial wellbeing support to the construction community and their families. The charity offers a free and confidential 24/7 Construction Industry Helpline and text…
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John joins the Team

26th October 2023

The Wilson Mason North studio has recently welcomed Part II Architectural Assistant, John Lewis to the team further strengthening our resources and adding depth to the range of expertise we offer as a practice. John joins us with a background in delivering residential projects and is looking forward to broadening his knowledge base and experience…
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Plans in for Haslingden…

24th October 2023

Planning application for the Haslingden Market Regeneration Scheme has been submitted to the council. Following Rossendale Borough Council’s success in securing UK Share Prosperity Funding, Wilson Mason LLP and Gosling Consulting have been appointed by the Council to revitalise the market to create a central, welcoming and bustling community space. The design for the transformed…
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Furness Main Residences

19th October 2023

Wilson Mason finalised the practical completion of renovation works to Lancaster University’s Furness Main Residences student accommodation in time for their autumn 2023 student Arrivals Weekend and Welcome Week. The building, situated close to Alexandra Square, is in the heart of the university campus. The works formed part of the University’s ongoing drive to reconfigure…
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Lauren Joins as Project…

18th October 2023

A recent addition to the London studio, Wilson Mason have appointed Lauren Barwise as project architect, providing additional expertise and resource to the team. Lauren, a fully qualified architect with experience at all design stages, is also a Passivhaus Designer with a keen interest in sustainability across all project types. Slotting seamlessly into project work…
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Manchester Museum BIID Award…

17th October 2023

Our latest project for the Manchester Museum has won the British Institute Interior Design Award for the North & North West region. Wilson Mason as lead designer with subconsultant interior designers, The Artistry House, developed and delivered a warm and inclusive design which creatively blends old and new elements into a cohesive space across a…
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Studio Transformation

9th October 2023

Wilson Mason’s North studio has recently undergone a transformative refurbishment, creating a flexible contemporary work environment, promoting engagement and well-being. A choice of work settings provides traditional areas for concentrated working, breakout zones for creative collaboration and informal meetings, and private confidential work space. New office furniture has been provided throughout, with sit-stand desks and…
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We Invest in People…

5th October 2023

Wilson Mason is thrilled to announce that we have achieved ‘We Invest in People’ Gold accreditation. IIP Gold means that we’ve got the policies in place but more than that, it means everyone – from practice partner to apprentice takes ownership for making them come to life. Only 26% of organisations achieve gold and at…
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Future Proofing Historic Building

11th September 2023

Wilson Mason is part of the team providing resilience to the drainage system serving the Grade II listed Coupland 3 Building at the University of Manchester. Aging drainage systems can be problematic in the post global warming environment, they are not glamorous but it is necessary. To mitigate this issue and prevent any further future…
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BREEAM Excellence for Bury…

17th August 2023

Bury College Health & Digital Centre has been awarded a BREEAM Excellent rating, ranking it in the top 10% of UK new non-domestic buildings for sustainability performance. To achieve BREEAM Excellent and the Client’s aspirations for the building, the project team had to address a number of location and use specific challenges in meeting the…
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Planning Approval for St…

15th August 2023

Planning approval has been successfully secured for St Peter’s Church of England J, I & EY School in Birstall, West Yorkshire. Part of the Department for Education’s school rebuilding programme (SRP), this new build two-storey school building will entirely replace the current 1960’s building and supply an additional nursery provision. The new school building will…
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Experience in Practice

3rd August 2023

A warm welcome to the London studio team for Thomas Dickason, our new Part I architectural assistant, who’s recently joined the practice. Thomas completed his studies at London South Bank University, gaining an impressive 1st class BA (Hons) Architecture and his degree show work has been featured in Dezeen, a leading architecture, interiors and design…
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Engineering II Building Emerges

1st August 2023

Substantial site progress on Engineering II at Lancaster University as the building is now visible after removal of the scaffolding from the façade which has taken place following completion of the external brickwork. The façade takes its design inspiration from the 1851 Great Exhibition building ‘the Crystal Palace’ and Ribblehead Viaduct. Further works to be…
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Work Experience Placement

27th July 2023

Wilson Mason North recently hosted Sixth Form student, Kate from Clitheroe Royal Grammar School, for a week’s work experience placement in July. Kate spent her time with us designing an accessible extension suitable for a wheelchair to our rural studio, a converted cruck barn based in Samlesbury. Kate demonstrated an impressive natural creative ability for…
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