Bandstand design unveiled
PLANS for the newlook Girvan Bandstand have been unveiled by architects Lawrence McPherson Associates.
The proposed design for the bandstand was revealed at an open public exhibition at Knockushan House in Girvan last week.
The new design will still keep its main feature - the iron work - but a brand new building will be built within it.
Winifred Wright, of Crafty Women, is thrilled with the design. She said: "Girvan bandstand has been a real eyesore for as long as I can remember.
"We wanted to find a way of transforming it into something that would not only enrich the appearance of the waterfront but also provide an additional resource for both the local community and visitors to the town.
"Although Crafty Women are pleased with this new design we are looking forward to other groups and members of the community putting forward their opinions.
"The sustainability of the building is also dependent on as many groups as possible using it.
"We will now work towards raising the funds for this work by approaching a variety of different funders."
Horizons Tricia Irving added: "Horizons see this local landmark as one of the most noticeable buildings for visitors going through the town, and due to the lack of investment in the building and vandalism, it does not paint a pretty picture, but hopefully that will all change by encouraging the local community to take up the project."
It is estimated that work to transform the wrought iron bandstand will cost £300,000.
The stand, which dates back to Victorian times, is in a general state of disrepair with graffiti on the walls externally and rotten floors, walls and roof infernally into a multi-purpose facility.
John Douglas, of Lawrence McPherson Associates, said: "This has been a interesting project to work on and we hope that local people get behind the design.
"We wanted to create something which was still recognisable as the original bandstand but which provided a bright contemporary building which could be used by local groups for a wide range of activities."
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Last Updated:
03 July 2008 3:30 PM
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Girvan, Scotland