17th Aug 2026
We’re delighted to share that Urban Green has been featured in Insider Media’s North West Most Exciting Workplaces, recognising its expanded Manchester headquarters and the role the workplace plays in supporting its people, sustainability commitments and ambitious growth plans.
Following a period of sustained business growth and increasing client demand, Urban Green doubled the size of its Manchester headquarters to 4,000 sq ft. The expansion has created a workplace designed to reflect the consultancy’s culture, encourage collaboration and provide room for the team to continue growing.
Located within the Grade II listed former Threlfalls Brewery in Manchester, the office brings together the heritage of the building with a modern, high-specification working environment. Original metal columns, exposed architectural details and impressive floor-to-ceiling heights sit alongside natural light, contemporary design and carefully planned collaborative spaces.
The new space also reflects the people and work behind Urban Green. Photography displayed throughout the office has been taken by employees, showcasing wildlife and habitats alongside projects the team has delivered across the UK. An original drawing board has also been retained, celebrating both the heritage of the building and the profession.
As a design and environmental consultancy, Urban Green is committed to reflecting within its own operations the environmental standards it encourages clients to achieve. The team continually monitors its carbon footprint and has introduced a range of measures to reduce its environmental impact, including procuring renewable energy, encouraging car sharing for site visits, operating hybrid vehicles and providing an office bicycle for sustainable journeys around Manchester.
Environmentally responsible purchasing is also part of day-to-day life at Urban Green, from Rainforest Alliance-certified coffee and sustainable paper products to a strong focus on recycling.
Urban Green Managing Director, Martin King said:
“Our new Manchester headquarters is much more than a bigger office – it’s a reflection of who we are and where we’re going. We wanted to create a space that feels distinctly Urban Green, reflecting our people, our work and our values, while giving us the flexibility to continue growing. Our team and culture have always been central to our success, so investing in an environment where people can collaborate, share ideas and enjoy coming to work was incredibly important to us. We’re really proud to see the headquarters recognised as one of the North West’s most exciting workplaces. It’s a real credit to everyone at Urban Green, and an exciting reflection of how far the business has come and the ambitious future ahead of us.”
With capacity for more than 60 workstations across two floors, the expanded headquarters gives Urban Green the flexibility to grow its team while maintaining the collaborative culture that has helped differentiate the business.
The recognition from Insider Media follows another significant period for Urban Green, which joined Celnor’s Built Environment division in October 2025. The expanded headquarters represents an important investment in the next stage of the business, providing a strong platform for Urban Green to continue growing its team and supporting clients across the UK.
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