John Swift Building, 19 Mason Street, Manchester, M4

Whilst Manchester flaunts its future with a sleek glass and steel skyline, and the promise of a thriving future, there's a strong heritage nestled amidst the modern structures and bustling transport hubs. John Swift Building is one such architectural masterpiece, an icon in the city, with its red and yellow brick facade, arcade-style detailing, and distinctive Dutch mansard designed slate roof. Indeed, it was a key building back in 1914 when John Swift built it to launch his fruit distribution business – one that took Manchester by storm.

Today, the building still manages to steal the limelight in the company of its younger neighbours, standing proud, distinctive, attractive…solid. Its original features have been carefully restored, modern windows sympathetically and seamlessly blended in true heritage style. And housing five commercial floors, all beautifully remodelled, all unique, and all offering the style and comfort needed for a new age of working, within a desirable, sought after location.

The John Swift Building stands proudly on Mason Street, amidst the regeneration and vibrancy of this very special part of Manchester. Its interior has also retained some very fine heritage features, none more so than the old winch wheel and gearing positioned within the open plan space of the top floor. Stylish lighting complements the rustic brick walls, stone staircases and arched windows – an interior further enhanced with energy-efficient heating and air conditioning system.

It would be difficult to find a Manchester location that wasn't good – whether for leisure, transport links, shopping, cuisine, or culture. So, it's not surprising that John Swift Building is in one of the finest of Manchester locations. Literally a stone's throw from the recently completed stylish AC Marriott hotel, as well as a modern Holiday Inn Express and Crowne Plaza, there's no shortage of last-minute accommodation for visiting clients. Just a five-minute walk to the east, Ancoats plays host to Cutting Room Square, a trendy and cultural hub which includes outdoor artworks, a mix of traditional and contemporary bars, and the best pizza joint in town, Rudy's.

Transport links to and from John Swift Building are as easy as grabbing lunch, with Manchester Victoria Rail station just ten minutes' walk away, with links to Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Liverpool, Leeds, and Newcastle, along
with easy access to all UK cities via a link through Piccadilly. The Metrolink Network serves most suburbs outside of the city, with frequent trams serving the city centre from main exchanges at Manchester Victoria Station/AO Arena, Shudehill, Corporation Street, and subsequent stops along the way.