World's first multi-level skatepark gets the green light
Guy Holloway Architects look set to develop the world’s first multi-storey skatepark in the British port town of Folkestone after their design received planning approval from the district council.
Following a series of public consultations in Q1 2015, detailed proposals were developed by the architects and skatepark design consultancy Maverick for an urban sports facility. That vision has now been unanimously approved by planning committee members at Shepway District Council.
The park will host a variety of popular urban sports including skateboarding, BMX-ing, rollerblading and scootering, with additional trial cycling facilities, a bouldering gym and a boxing club. A cafe and rooftop function room with views across the harbour will also feature.
People who live in the district of Shepway will be able to use the facilities at special low prices if they have a regular monthly subscription.
The skatepark will serve as a national and international attraction, besides offering access to young people involved in the popular local skate and BMX scene.
The site is on an old bingo hall near the town’s creative quarter. The structure will be clad in two layers of perforated mesh, creating natural ventilation for the skateable levels and giving the building a translucent glowing effect during the evenings.
Construction work will begin almost immediately, and is expected to take between 18 and 24 months.
The centre has been designed on behalf of The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust, which is funding the £10m (US$14.2m, €12.8m) project.
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