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For us, placemaking is a holistic approach to designing and managing the spaces in which we live, work and play, that prioritise the well-being, sustainability, and harmony of communities. It goes beyond urban and suburban planning, and architecture by focusing on creating vibrant, authentic spaces that foster meaningful interactions and enhance the quality of life for residents.
We consider how to facilitate communities and attract residents, welcoming community engagement by involving local people to co-design our projects, and taking them along on the journey. The amenities we provide align with residents’ needs based on our consultation, rather than paying lip-service. The result is sustainable communities where people can thrive, in spaces that are not only functional but also enriching, resilient, and inclusive. These spaces serve as the heart of the community, fostering connections, promoting health, and celebrating the unique identity of each neighbourhood.
SME vendors onboarded in our community App
Communities we've contributed to
North West based supply chain
Our vision is to create a connected community that is fully tech enabled, providing a simpler yet enhanced living experience to our tenants, and future proofing our ability to contribute to the betterment of the places we collaborate with.
We know where our audience enjoys spending time and the discounts that matter most to them. The CERT Life App gives back to local businesses and enhances the lives of residents through establishing a network of high-profile brand partnerships pertinent to Manchester and Liverpool’s ecosystems.
We choose our partners based on their values and ethics, ensuring that they contribute to a positive social impact. Our partners represent some of the most ethically aware companies in Manchester and Liverpool, and are all viewed positively in the community with ethically sourced products, wellness and inclusivity at the core of what matters to our community the most.
We’re here to support local independents in Manchester & Liverpool:
Our Hilton House launch party brought the Northern Quarter community together with a DJ, street food and an exhibition of local artists’ work. As well as putting Hilton House back on the map, it provided an opportunity to glean community opinion on the project. The feedback was excellent, and not in any way swayed by the free bar!
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At POPworks we opened up the ground floor commercial unit as an events space. We managed the space for various small enterprises including yoga studios, bake sales and seminars (bringing in soft furnishings as required). The space also hosted the first in-person events for Feel Good Club. With the events taking place on the fringe of the Ancoats area, the income and publicity from the events brought significant interest in the space which was quickly let.
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‘A New Normal’ exhibition formed a series of events celebrating the city’s LGBTQIA+ artists. Before Hilton House became fully let, we hosted the first event in the series on one of the vacant floors. It gave rise to the idea of continuing to support local artists by providing a permanent exhibition space in the building’s reception.
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Arts Bar Baltic is in residence at Elevator Studios in the heart of this creative commercial hub.
With creativity at their core, Arts Bar Baltic is passionate about supporting the local scene and giving grassroots artists a platform to showcase their work in the Baltic Triangle. They also support creatives with a vibrant space for networking.
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The first of its kind community-led wellbeing cafe and events space, Feel Good Club, opened in summer 2020 was an ambitious 2,800sqft space on the ground floor of Hilton House. They were drawn to our community vision and had tested the water at our POPworks pop-up event in 2018. Feel Good Club is now a local favourite in Manchester’s Northern Quarter with music, events and community bringing people together.
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When we first met Howard (Lord, CERT’s Managing Director), we realised that CERT shared our vision, and our dream started to look like a reality. It was clear to us when we first started the Feel Good Club online, that our community was shouting out for a place they could call their own. We wanted to create a space where our guests feel like they’re at home.
We’ve been working to establish who we are in our Elevator Studios venue, developing a wide variety of events and building links with the community. We’re lucky enough to meet and socialise with everyone that comes through the door at Elevator, with Arts Bar Baltic being the hub of this creative building.
Contact us here to speak to one of the team.