Part of the New Islington development in Ancoats, Manchester, Bryant Homes’ The Botanic promises to bring environmental harmony to contemporary, urban living. UK-native plants, mature trees and grass fill the garden enclave, enclosed and protected by the twin apartment blocks to which they bring an oasis of nature amid city living. Located just east of Manchester city centre, The Botanic forms part of New Islington; Manchester’s Millennium Community, an innovative complex spearheaded by the partnership of national regeneration agency English Partnerships, Urban Splash and New East Manchester Ltd together with appointed social landlord, Manchester Methodist Housing Association.

The 30 acre site is being radically transformed to a strategic and ambitious vision created by Will Alsop.  A new canal and water park, over 1700 new homes, office space, a school, a health clinic, shops, bars and restaurants are planned to be created, using the worlds best architecture.

But what can The Botanic offer the discerning urban dweller, besides a certain natural tranquillity? Floor to ceiling dual-aspect windows flood the largely duplex apartments with natural light and provide an opportunity for both a garden and a city view. Its 200 apartments will be of smart interior, with contemporary fixtures and fittings demonstrating the usual high finish of a Bryant home. Green in more ways than one, the project will bring a new style of living to Manchester, with recycling facilities, a water collection system and an environmentally-conscious construction ethic.

With its Manchester M4 postcode, The Botanic has all the city has to offer on its doorstep, but whilst still offering a retreat from city living. Apartments are currently available from 1-bedroom to luxury 3-bed duplexes measuring nearly 1,000 sq.ft. Prices start at £132,950.

For more information on The Botanic, visit Bryant Homes online at www.bryant.co.uk/northwest/thebotanic