Developer Glenbrook has unveiled plans to bring forward a 44-storey residential scheme in Manchester city centre.

Located on a prominent site, adjacent to Deansgate Train Station at Whitworth Street West, the project would provide 364 flats.

Skyscraper plan near Deansgate station designed by architect Sheppard Robson

At ground level commercial space would be contained within a three-storey arched terracotta colonnade.

Daniel Roberts, development director at Glenbrook, said: “As a Manchester-based developer, we are excited about the prospect of embarking on a landmark development in the heart of our city.

The building will feature a distinctive arched terracotta colonnade at street level

“Whitworth Street West is undergoing a period of revitalisation and Glenbrook are incredibly proud to be playing such an integral part in its future.”

The project has gone out to public consultation with a planning application expected to be submitted to Manchester City Council in the coming months.