Insightful Read on Nottingham's Broad Marsh Redevelopment
- zanakb
- Jun 23
- 1 min read
Updated: Jun 25
This interview with Architect Philip Win by Sam Metcalf of TheBusinessDesk.com captures the ongoing tension between vision and viability in regional UK regeneration. Key takeaways:
What works: Win's insider perspective on how Heatherwick Studio's bold green corridor vision was scaled back due to economic realities. His frank acknowledgment that East Midlands cities can't match London/Manchester rent values adds necessary context often missing from regeneration discussions.
The challenge: Maintaining architectural ambition within realistic constraints. Win advocates for at least one landmark building that "speaks of Nottingham, not just generic development" - a crucial point for place-making.
The opportunity: With Homes England now leading and a development partner expected early 2025, there's genuine momentum. Win's emphasis on collaborative engagement between residents, businesses, and developers offers a path forward.
His final message resonates: "Broad Marsh doesn't need to be perfect, but it must be meaningful."
A balanced piece that honestly addresses the compromises required in regional regeneration while maintaining optimism about what's possible.
See full article below:
Further to this interview, Philip will be speaking at TheBusinessDesk.com’s Nottingham Property Lunch on 17 July at the Cosy Club.
He’ll be joining a panel of industry experts, including Charlotte Steggles MRICS and Ashley Walters MRICS, to explore key opportunities in Nottingham’s built environment — from large-scale regeneration to the impact of thoughtful design on future city living.
Looking forward to an insightful afternoon of discussion and debate.
Find full event details and tickets by clicking the link below.
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