The Queen’s Hall is a 900-capacity music venue, situated on Clerk Street in Edinburgh, Scotland. Originally built in 1823 as Hope Park Chapel, it was converted to its current role in 1979 and was formally opened by Queen Elizabeth II on 6 July 1979.
It now plays host to all types of live music, and presents approximately 200 performances every year. It is the year-round Edinburgh performance home of the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and also plays an important role for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival.
Pros:
- flat rooftop parts, perfect for a rooftop garden
- outside garden area also
- big open space, allowing hosting events, workshops etc.
- I think it could be also trasformed into various spaces inside
- it’s got historical background
- in a central area, full of students
Cons:
- I’m not sure if it’s enough bright, if a lot of natural light comes inside (but maybe could improve on it? change windows or openings allowing more light inside)
- may be too big, one floor is around 560 square m. But maybe I could use only parts of the building?
- serves as an important music venue in Edinburgh, maybe it’s not the best choice to redesign such a site.
gtreacy
Kasia – have you chosen this building? I wouldn’t necessarily let the idea that it is a thriving music venue put you off. Very little happens here during the day and there is clearly a gap in usage. A flexible space that allows live performances at night may be a great asset? Gill