Architecture & Urbanism

Hy2Go

The Silk Street Manchester project reimagines affordable housing with a focus on sustainability, community, and a connection to the city’s rich industrial heritage. By transforming a brownfield site overlooking the Rochdale Canal, we are building more than just homes; we are weaving a tapestry of green living, social connection, and economic opportunity.

MCAU led the design of a new green hydrogen plant, exploring how large‑scale renewable energy infrastructure can be carefully integrated to support both people and place.

The project brings together solar energy generation, hydrogen production, and flexible workspace within a single, cohesive energy hub.

Our design balanced highly technical industrial requirements with clear site organisation and strong environmental credentials. The hydrogen electrolysis plant is integrated alongside a solar PV array, maximising on‑site renewable energy generation while minimising environmental impact. The office building provides a modern high‑quality working environment for technical and administrative teams.

Ecological mitigation and sustainable design principles were embedded throughout the project, demonstrating our approach to delivering industrial architecture that contributes positively to transition toward a low‑carbon economy through practical, design‑led solutions.

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