GEN9 - Beyond the Skyline

This year, the Manchester Society of Architects celebrates 160 years of shaping the city — eight generations of innovation, resilience, and design excellence. Now, we look ahead to the 9th generation.

Join us for GEN9: BEYOND THE SKYLINE. A dynamic symposium-style event exploring crucial themes that will define the city’s-built environment for generations to come...

This October, we bring together 9 generations of legacy with 9 themes for the future — exploring how Manchester’s built environment can evolve for the next century and beyond.

🔹 9 generations🔹 9 themes🔹 9 speakers🔹 9 minutes each

Expect bold ideas, challenging perspectives, and a chance to shape what Manchester could become.

17.00 - arrival – exhibition - networking

17.45 – Panel 1 (to be announced soon).

18.45 – 19.15 – exhibition break

19.30 – Panel 2 (to be announced soon).

20.30 – food, drink & music