ARTS & CULTURE Case Study
Storyhouse, Chester
Storyhouse is a multi-award winning cultural building designed to maximise the opportunity of multi-function activity.
The original parts of the building were constructed as an art deco Odeon cinema in 1936, and have now been restored, extended and renovated into a library, two state of the art theatres, a cinema, library, restaurant and two bars.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
CLIENT:
Cheshire West and Chester Council / Arts Council England
PROJECT TEAM:
Architect: Bennetts Associates
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Project Monitor
PROJECT VALUE:
£30 million
KEY INFORMATION
Self Service is a key theme throughout the building which includes theatre and cinema ticketing solutions as well as self-service library terminals.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS:
• Winner of the RIBA National Award and Civic Trusts Award
• Building Awards Refurbishment Project of the Year
• Adaptable Auditorium Space providing 800 seat Proscenium Arch or 500 seat Thrust
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