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IMPACT Centre
RECENT DEVELOPMENTS WITH THE IMPACT CENTRE –––––– March 2018 saw an important step forward for the IMPACT Centre with the release of initial designs at the second public consultation. Around 130 people attended the drop-in event, viewed display boards and models, and had the opportunity to speak to the architects and other key members of the design team, as well as representatives from IMPACT Scotland.
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The design, led by David
The IMPACT Centre will
Chipperfield Architects, is now being further developed and consideration of feedback is ongoing. The planning application is expected to be lodged this summer.
include a 1000-seat auditorium, a 200-seat studio/rehearsal space, spaces for learning and participation, and a café/bar. It will be the new home for the Scottish Chamber Orchestra in Edinburgh, situated behind Dundas House in St Andrew Square.
The final piece of the City Region Deal funding was also confirmed in February with £5 million from City of Edinburgh Council, bringing the funding through the City Region Deal to £25 million. IMPACT Scotland is carrying out a fundraising campaign for a further £10 million.
–––––– To stay up to speed with all the latest developments please check impactscotland.org.uk/news or follow on Twitter @ImpactScot
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