John Dalton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M2

Island is a landmark Net Zero Carbon office development offering 100,000 sq ft of premium workspace in the heart of Manchester's Central Business District. Designed for forward-thinking organisations, Island combines cutting-edge sustainability, smart technology, and exceptional amenities to create a workspace that prioritises people, place, and planet.

Strategically located on John Dalton Street, Island benefits from unrivalled connectivity-just minutes from Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria train stations, and close to key Metrolink interchanges at St Peter's Square and Market Street. Surrounded by iconic architecture, public squares, and a vibrant mix of retail, dining, and cultural destinations, Island places your business at the centre of the city's energy.

The building is fully electric, powered by renewable energy including 350m² of solar panels, and features air source and CO heat pumps for low-carbon heating and cooling. Island's operational energy use is projected to be 46% lower than the 2020 Real Estate Environmental Benchmark, with EPC A, BREEAM Excellent, and NABERS 5.5* ratings. It aligns with the UK Green Building Council's net zero carbon framework and incorporates sustainable drainage systems, daylight dimming, and low water-use fixtures.

Inside, Island offers a flexible, future-proof design with resilient technology infrastructure, intuitive environmental controls, and sensor-based smart systems that provide real-time data on occupancy, energy use, and building performance. Occupiers benefit from seamless connectivity, with pre-installed high-speed wireless networks enabling online access within 24 hours of move-in.

The ground floor is dedicated to informal working, socialising, and events, anchored by a state-of-the-art reception and lounge. Across the building, 12,500 sq ft of communal amenity space includes a rooftop terrace with panoramic city views, a wellness studio, bar and event space, and a social kitchen-creating a seamless transition between work and leisure.

Island is more than a workplace - it's a destination. With a strong focus on health, wellbeing, and community, it offers a vibrant environment for collaboration, creativity, and growth. Whether you're a tech innovator, creative agency, or sustainability-driven enterprise, Island provides the ideal platform to thrive in Manchester's dynamic city centre.