Site 8
An existing buiding between Church Street and School Lane.
URBAN FORM
Conversion of an existing pair of shops into an arcade with one of the existing shops enlarged. This break-through creates a link to Peter's Lane from Church Street. The form of the existing building above ground level is respected. The new break-through to be sympathetic to the strong symmetry of the Church Street facade. It creates a covered courtyard.
USES
Second floor upwards - Conversion of the existing building to complementary retail use.
First Floor - Upper level of Arcade and retail.
Ground Floor - Arcade and retail, with servicing from School Lane.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
There will be a freestanding "partition" in the covered courtyard, an attractive linking space. The rear elevation will be modified to present an attractive edge to the new public space.
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