Plans for Smithfield after markets move revealed

By Elizabeth Hopkirk2020-12-17T11:31:00

Studio Egret West_Smithfield_Grand Avenue

Source: Factory 15

City wants to move 1,000-year-old market to Essex and replace it with culture and kiosks

Studio Egret West has revealed images of what Smithfield Market could look like after the historic market has moved to Essex.

The visualisations show a “cut” made in the floor of Grand Avenue, the striking road through the market, to create views and bring light into the cavernous basement.

Cultural and entertainment spaces would be created and the architects have proposed a continuing role for food in the market’s future, with training in growing, preparation and consumption of ingredients happening on site on site.

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