6063 x 3699 px | 51,3 x 31,3 cm | 20,2 x 12,3 inches | 300dpi
Data acquisizione:
22 aprile 2024
Ubicazione:
MediaCityUK, Salford Quays, Greater Manchester, England
Altre informazioni:
. A broad night view of MediaCityUK in Salford Quays shows the glass-fronted studios and commercial buildings around the waterfront lit with blue, green and white architectural lighting. The dock10 and MediaCityUK names are visible across the complex, while paving and the open plaza reflect the bright illumination. The modern facades and illuminated upper floors create a strong contrast against the dark sky. MediaCity is a major Greater Manchester centre for television, radio, digital production and related creative businesses. The BBC moved significant operations to Salford Quays, and dock10 provides studio and media facilities within the development. The site occupies part of the wider transformation of the former Manchester Docks, where industrial waterfront land has been redeveloped for offices, housing, leisure and cultural activity. Night lighting gives the contemporary buildings a particularly recognisable identity. Salford Quays changed from a major inland docks complex into a district known for office developments, culture, housing and broadcast production. MediaCity brings together creative organisations, television facilities and businesses associated with digital communication. Evening illumination gives studio and office buildings a different appearance from their daytime use. Production facilities create work for technical teams, editors, presenters, designers and other specialists behind the camera. The BBC's relocation of important departments to Salford was a significant moment in the geographic distribution of UK broadcasting. The waterfront redevelopment also includes visitor attractions, restaurants and improved public transport connections. Investment in the former docks has changed the economy and the built environment of this part of Greater Manchester. The architecture around the quays provides a distinct contemporary setting for discussion of northern regional growth and creative industries. Office lights show at night.
