Buildings are so much more than bricks and mortar – they are places where we live and work and they help shape our lives. At Downing, we are all proud to be responsible for some of the most exciting urban projects in the country. We are focused on delivering and managing high quality buildings and we believe we have a substantial track record of achievement in Britain’s cities. We set standards and we believe in progress - and our work is not yet done.
Downing has developed expertise in several key areas of the property industry. As investors and developers we are uniquely placed for urban regeneration, master planning and developing mixed use sites – typically large city centre schemes which will become attractive places to work and live.
Downing’s commercial portfolio, which provides over 1,000,000 sq ft of office space, includes some of the most iconic buildings in the North West of England. These provide space for many international companies and public sector clients, as well as smaller independent businesses.
Through its BASE brand, Downing is also a provider of student accommodation. The company was one of the pioneers of today’s concept of student villages – safe, secure places where young people can make the most of all that higher education offers.
The company is also responsible for a number of award-winning residential apartment schemes. In many cases, these blend the best features of characterful older buildings with the new build, superlative architecture that creates people-friendly environments and brings new life to city centres.
