Gilbanks set to open for business at prestigious No.1 St Michael’s development

Premium workspace operator, Gilbanks, will officially open the doors to its new serviced offices at Manchester’s No.1 St Michael’s next month.

The June 2 opening will see Gilbanks become one of the first businesses to launch within the £400m city centre development.

The launch marks a significant milestone for both Gilbanks and the wider St Michael’s scheme, which is led by Gary Neville’s Relentless Developments.

Designed with professional services in mind, the Gilbanks workspace spans 34,000 sq ft over 1.5 floors.

It offers a tailored environment that combines high-spec design with a focus on flexibility, sustainability and customer experience.

The site has already attracted major occupiers, including insurance group AXA, which is relocating its Manchester team to the building.

AXA will occupy space designed to accommodate 70 people, benefiting from cutting edge technology and a workspace that enhances productivity and wellbeing.

Alex Duckett, managing director of Gilbanks, said: “We’ve been overwhelmed with the interest in our new offices at No.1 St Michael’s, which we believe set a new benchmark for design and luxury.

If companies want to call this fantastic building home, they need to act quickly, as we have the last vacancies in the development.”

He added: “Gilbanks’ offices are designed to provide an unparalleled working environment for professional firms in the heart of this fantastic city. We’ve been looking forward to opening the doors and welcoming customers to this landmark building.”

The Gilbanks offer at No.1 St Michael’s is part of a wider strategy to develop service-rich environments for professional firms.

With viewings now open, Gilbanks has reported record levels of interest from prospective clients.

The company already operates locations in Leeds and at 11 York Street in Manchester, and recently announced expansion into Birmingham with a new site at Five St Philips.

The new workspace at No.1 St Michael’s supports the development’s net zero carbon goals, incorporating recycled materials and a considered approach to waste reduction.

The building is expected to become Manchester’s first fully net zero carbon commercial development in both construction and operation.