This mixed-use building on Hilton  Street was designed by Richard Seifert, the architect of Gateway House near Piccadilly Station.  Apparently, it was originally built as the proposed home of Manchester Polytechnic's Lighting and Drama Department.  An estate agent description of the building online said that, "... Hilton House faces Northeast and maximizes the natural light entering the building, due to a combination of the large expanse of glazing to this aspect and the stepped wedding cake appearance at the rear of the building. Hilton House has the original parquet flooring across all floors and many of its original features are still present. The building also benefits from Basement parking for up to 10 cars."