Site 15
The Debenhams store on the corner of Lord Street and South John Street.
URBAN FORM
Three storeys above ground level. Department/anchor store forming a landmark corner. Importantly visible from the entrance to Site 10. The store will form an important bridging link between the upper and lower levels of South John Street. The building forms part of the ellipse of the Park. A cafe use is located on the curved terrace overlooking the Park. A glass canopy along the curved edge links into those on sites 10 and 13b.
USES
All Floors including Basement - Major department store laid out to the tenant's requirements. Basement servicing accessed from an extension to Red Cross Street. Unit shops fronting South John Street.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Pedestrian access to car park and associated collect by car facility at the 11m level.
South John Street elevation to incorporate unit shops, change of level, bridge structure and ramp and stair access to the Park. Lord Street dramatic elevation incorporates an overhang providing weather protection at the corner entrance and with the striking curved facade creates a landmark visible along both Lord Street and North John Street.
MATERIALS
The Lord Street palette of Portland stone will dominate but the introduction of Reglit glazing and terracotta act as a foil to the basic palette.
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