About the developer

Islington Parkside is built by Tenax.

Tenax is a North West-based development and construction business with a growing portfolio of residential and commercial schemes across Manchester, Salford and beyond. Every development we sell is one we've also designed and built. No third-party contractor risk, no reseller mark-up.

The team

The people delivering this development.

Founder & Property Developer

Tom Muscat

The founder behind Tenax, with a growing portfolio of residential and commercial projects across the North West. Tom brings property sourcing, development and management experience to every scheme, delivered on time and on budget.

Architectural & Construction Director

Martin Birkett

Over three decades shaping urban developments across the UK. Formerly Project Director at Leach Rhodes Walker Architects, Martin has led large-scale schemes including Novotel Wembley and Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter regeneration.

Commercial & Construction Expert

Ben Holgate

Twenty years in construction, founder of Construct It Consulting. Ben has delivered major developments including a £50m student accommodation scheme in Liverpool and a £15m residential project in Salford.

Past projects

What we've built.

A selection of the developments delivered by the Tenax team across the North West and beyond.

Quayside Residence
Salford Quays · Completed 2025

Quayside Residence

A 24-apartment new-build scheme in Salford Quays, walking distance from MediaCityUK. Two and three-bedroom homes with rooftop terrace, landscaped courtyard and fully managed investment proposition.

Riverside House Salford
Salford · Completed

Riverside House

A residential conversion and new-build scheme delivering quality city-centre apartments in central Salford.

Model Lodging House Salford
Salford · Conversion

Model Lodging House

Heritage-led conversion of the Grade-II listed Model Lodging House in Salford. A careful modern update set inside a Victorian envelope.

The Copperworks Birmingham
Birmingham · Mixed-use

The Copperworks, Birmingham

A mixed-use residential and commercial scheme in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter. Martin's flagship Project Director work, now part of the Tenax portfolio.