Ophthalmic Works

Set on the first floor of the former CWS Tobacco Factory, this two-bedroom apartment pairs its industrial past with modern design. Just a short walk from NOMA, Ancoats, and the Northern Quarter, and with Angel Meadow Park right on the doorstep.

 

The Space

 

A practical cloak area marks the entrance, creating a sense of arrival and separating the entry from the rest of the home. From there, the layout follows a continuous loop.

 

The main living space opens up with high ceilings and west-facing wood-framed windows. Dressed with neutral curtains, these large windows fill the room with light, casting it across oak-effect flooring that runs throughout. Tall grey skirting boards and built-in alcove shelving add character and practical storage.

 

Just off the open-plan living and dining areas, the kitchen is tucked neatly to one side—slightly set apart but still connected. It features soft grey shaker cabinetry, walnut-veneer worktops, open wooden shelving, and a white subway tile splashback. An exposed iron column roots the space in its industrial past.

 

From the main living area, a hallway continues the loop, leading to both bedrooms and the main bathroom. Each bedroom shares the same generous ceiling height and large industrial-style windows, with space for wardrobes and storage. The main bedroom also includes an en-suite with grey wall tiles, whitewashed walls, a walk-in rainfall shower, freestanding storage with a countertop basin, and a heated towel rail.

 

The main bathroom features a jade-blue wall paired with white subway tiles and grey floor tiles. A floating vanity, bath with overhead shower, and a heated towel rail complete the space.

 

Additional features include a hallway storage cupboard and a secure, allocated parking space.

 

The Area

 

Situated on Naples Street, the apartment is within a 5-minute walk of Ancoats, NOMA, and the Northern Quarter—home to some of Manchester’s most exciting restaurants, coffee shops, and independent stores. Just steps from the building, Angel Meadow Park offers open green spaces and winding pathways—a quiet urban oasis in the city centre. 

 

Excellent schools, many rated Outstanding by Ofsted, support family life, while the city’s central business, retail, and transport hubs are all easily accessed. 

 

Convenient access to the M56, M60, and M62 motorways makes commuting simple, while Manchester International Airport is just a 30-minute drive away. Shudehill Tram Stop and Manchester Victoria Train Station are both within a 10-minute walk, offering easy links to the wider region.