With such a melting pot of architectural styles, it’s no surprise that some of Manchester's buildings are starting to look outdated or out of place.
The Manchester city skyline is rapidly becoming a mix of old and new with new developments popping up in quick succession all over the place.
As the towering structures above us change, we asked for your suggestions for the ugliest buildings in Manchester - and here's what you said.
1. Contact Theatre
The Contact Theatre, located on Devas St, was designed and built in 1999 by architect Alan Short after a £5million Arts Council grant. It has a striking castle-like design, complete with a portcullis and turrets. Credit: Google Street View
2. Mercure Hotel, Piccadilly
The Mercure Hotel is part of the Picadilly Plaza complex built in the sixties. Credit: Google Street View
3. The Toast Rack
Completed in 1960, the Toast Rack in Fallowfield was originally the Domestic Trades College before becoming part of Manchester Polytechnic University. It has stood empty since 2013 and was recently put back on the market with planning permission for more than 200 homes. Credit: Google Street View
4. North Tower
The North Tower on Victoria Bridge Street is now a Premiere Inn, but it was once known as Highland House and was the tax office. Credit: Google Street View