As cities like Manchester evolve through bold urban regeneration, one standout project is making headlines not just for its architectural footprint, but for the green oasis it offers in the sky. The Hatysa development, part of Miller Homes’ ambitious Novus scheme in Stretford, sits on the historic site of the former Itron gas meter factory—now reimagined into a vibrant residential hub. This is regeneration with purpose, breathing new life into a well-established neighbourhood and aligning with broader goals of sustainable, community-focused development.

At the heart of this transformation is a standout feature: a communal rooftop sky garden, a lush, elevated landscape above the residents’ car park that fuses aesthetics, amenity, and environmental function. Designed by TPM Landscape and planted by Beech Landscapes, this carefully curated space adds not just visual appeal, but a sense of belonging and wellbeing to the entire development.

Europlanters is proud to have played a key role in bringing this vision to life. The scope was extensive: 120 custom GRP trough planters, 12 pergolas, 8 circular benches, 4 feature planters, 6 iroko timber-clad GRP planters for a resident kitchen garden, and an eye-catching central Eyam planter, finished in the striking Corten1 effect. Each element was designed and manufactured at Europlanters’ facility and finished in RAL 7031 matt, a colour chosen to harmonise with the architectural tones of the building.

But this is no ordinary rooftop. The Hatysa sky garden offers a multifunctional environment—a place to gather, relax, grow food, or simply connect with nature. Residents can enjoy spaces for eating, socialising, and gardening, while children and adults alike benefit from the central “roundabout” of circular benches. At the core of it all, the impressive Eyam planter acts as a green focal point, anchoring the space both visually and socially.

Among the garden’s many highlights are the six large iroko-clad planters designated as kitchen gardens—encouraging residents to engage with their environment by growing fruits, herbs, and vegetables. It’s a nod to the self-sufficiency trend in urban living and a subtle education in the benefits of sustainable, communal food production.