Maggie’s May Get Go-ahead

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14 February 2014 | Updated 01 January 1970

Maggie’s, the charity that provides practical, emotional and social support for people with cancer, has applied for planning permission for a new Maggie’s Centre in the grounds of The Christie in Manchester, designed by Foster + Partners.

Working in partnership with The Christie – a global leader in cancer treatment and research – the new Maggie’s Centre will provide free practical, emotional and social support for anyone living with cancer as well as their family and friends. It is due to open in 2016.

Maggie’s CEO, Laura Lee said: “We are delighted that Lord Norman Foster is designing the Maggie’s Centre at The Christie. Great architecture is vital to the care Maggie’s offers, creating environments that are both calm and uplifting. The application for planning permission brings us one step closer to the Centre becoming a reality and being able to offer the highest quality cancer support to the people of the North West.”

Arranged over a single storey, the natural timber structure will focus around a wide, central spine with the roof rising in the centre to create a mezzanine level illuminated with natural light. Exposed lightweight beams and timber lattice will support the roof, while also defining different spaces.

An integrated glass house will extend from the south of the building, providing a space for people to gather and enjoy the therapeutic qualities of nature and the outdoors, while the interior palette combines warm, natural wood and tactile fabrics.

To complement Lord Norman Foster’s design, the surrounding gardens are designed by landscape designer, Dan Pearson, combining a rich mix of spaces, from the working glass house to bright clusters of flowers and tranquil water features. 

Article written by Cathryn Ellis | Published 14 February 2014

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