Manchester Craft and Design Centre

Are you a maker looking for studio & retail space?

We have currently filled all of our studio spaces. If you would like to add yourself to our studio waiting list, please email [email protected] with the subject “Studio Waiting List”.

Please include:
– Six images of your work (or a link to your social media or website)
– A short paragraph about your process and methods

Not quite ready to take on your own studio?

Studio sharing opportunities are also available. Work alongside our friendly studio holders, build partnerships that suit you both, and gain valuable insight into life as a full-time maker.

To enquire about sharing, simply change the email subject to “Studio Sharing Opportunities.” Please include your CV,  six images of your work or a link to your website/ social media and a description of the days you would be able to cover to [email protected]

Please note: Due to the high volume of ceramicists and jewellers currently working in the Centre, we are not taking applications from makers working in these disciplines at this time. Please sign up for our Maker Network newsletter for updates.

If you have further questions prior to application, please get in touch at [email protected]

Emerging Makers and Graduates

Are you a highly skilled maker lacking business experience? Or a new graduate thinking about career options?

Check out how we support emerging makers.

We know that covering one of our maker studios for six days a week can be a little daunting. As a sharer you can work with our studio holders in a partnership that works for everyone. All our sharing works differently based on the needs of makers. Fill in our contact form below to learn more.

Manchester Craft and Design Centre

Apply for a Studio Space

Have any questions?[email protected]