HSBC Bank, Manchester - May 09

[wolfism]

That must be a first ... exploring a Lutyens building. He (figuratively) wrote the book on solid "establishment" architecture like this, and the detailing here is beautiful. I like the outline of the building - the set-backs make it look like a shrunken Manhattan skyscraper.

 

[Beermonster]

Fantastic pictures. I love the banking hall.

 

[Pincheck]

bloody hell thats very impressive not just the decor and condition i would have though it would still be tight but just wow for the features very nice indeed :notworthy::notworthy:

 

[FreeToRoam]

Excellent shots. The place looks so impressive with all that stone and polished wood. Nice to see somewhere that is not all smashed to bits.

 

[escortmad79]

What a fantastic explore!!!!! Stunning, stunning building!!!

 

[Potter]

That is fantastic! Love the look of the place. That deposit box room is awesome. Would make a fantastic Wetherspoon.

 

[Bad wolf]

The pictures are great!!Would have loved to see this building in the flesh.

 

[Runner]

Awesome stuff - some great shots there.
Love the idea of exploring a bank!

 

[double-six]

I love the safes & vault. What a shame they weren't full of money

 

[smileysal]

Just found some more info on HSBC Bank lol.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midland_Bank_building,_King_Street,_Manchester

And loads of info on the guy who built it - Edwin Lutyens

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edwin_Lutyens

Excellent

Sal

 

[freebird]

Wow what a great find! A fantastic explore, we are soo envious! Well done.