Manchester's Science and Industry Museum Unveils Revamped Power Hall
The Science and Industry Museum in Manchester has unveiled its refurbished PowerBI Hall, now known as the Andrew Garfield Gallery. Carmody Groarke has led the project, which combines historical preservation with modern environmental improvements.
The PowerBI Hall, built in 1855, is a Grade II listed building that has been transformed while maintaining its industrial character. Studio MUTT designed the exhibition, incorporating interactive elements and a restrained palette.
The refurbishment has improved daylighting with new rooflights and large-format glazing, enhancing visibility between the museum interior and the city. Carmody Groarke's design reinstates the clarity of the 108-metre-long hall, dividing it into two parallel bays and creating a clear route through the museum site. A raised central platform serves as the spine of the visitor route, improving accessibility.
The project aims to repair and decarbonise the historic building. Environmental performance improvements include a water-source heat pump system, an electric steam boiler, and high-performance windows. These upgrades are expected to save approximately 515 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually.
The Andrew Garfield Gallery now houses one of the UK's largest collections of working steam, gas, and electric engines. The refurbishment of the PowerBI Hall not only preserves a significant survivor of the industrial revolution but also improves public access and connections to Manchester's cultural quarter, while significantly reducing its environmental impact.
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