Floor plans
Scale 1:100
Floor plans
Scale 1:100
Meet the family of Stretford
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Stretford's community spirit is sensible from miles - once you start communicating with all of those lovely people, you feel engaged with the local friendly atmosphere. Faces of the town are unique - there are the lively children, the mums with their thoughts of the future, the men who want to improve the quality of life and many others. While we were talking with the community members we found out that no matter the age, character, or believes, people need to be part of this social union and have a place for entertainment.
Essoldo Cinema
This prominent cinema and the Public Hall situated against it remain important heritage asset for Stretford Town Centre. Essoldo's distinctive facade and location at a gateway into the centre, as well as its glorious history make it a key landmark building. While planing to bring back to life the edifice and its initial use, I aim to incorporate Stretford's past and the modern sense of architecture into one vibrant hub which will accommodate social oriented facilities like restaurant, bar, cinema, bookstore, etc.
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"Virtual walk through"
Initial idea
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Thinking about what an entertainment center should include led me to its division of two main parts: a social zone and a private zone. The social zone looking forward the main road (busy area) could accommodate a cafe/restaurant/bar and benefit the evening economy. On the other hand, the private space associated with the quiet area next to the canal could consist of a cinema, reading area or shops. The purpose of the project is to provide a vibrant, attractive and safe destination where people can spend their leisure time and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Another aspect of the idea refers to the reuse of historic buildings such as Essoldo Cinema and Stretford Public Hall. Providing a link between past and present will preserve the town's character throughout time.