en.Wedoany.com Report, The Grade I listed Grainger Market in Newcastle, UK has fully reopened after completing an 18-month, £9 million building renovation project. Commissioned by Newcastle City Council and with Robertson Construction North East as the main contractor, the project aimed to protect this historic landmark built in 1835 while transforming it into a more vibrant cultural space. This building renovation included adding two pavilions at each end of the arcade, laying new floor tiles, renovating entrances and restrooms, and installing a clearer wayfinding system.
Project architect FaulknerBrowns stated that this building renovation enhances the market's appeal to traders and visitors while preserving its traditional character. The redesigned arcade area can now accommodate seating for around 300 people, becoming a cultural venue for live music performances, fashion shows, theatre productions, and pop-up events. Neil Kennedy, Regional Managing Director of Robertson Construction North East, said: "Grainger Market has been at the heart of Newcastle's retail and cultural landscape for generations. This building renovation ensures this Grade I listed building will continue to play a key role in the city centre for many years to come."
The market remained operational throughout the building renovation period. Robertson diverted 100% of waste from landfill, supported over 300 apprentice weeks, created 18 local jobs, and directed 89% of the project's value to local suppliers. Karen Kilgour, a Newcastle City Council cabinet member, stated that the newly renovated Grainger Market is poised to become one of Europe's leading market destinations. During construction, the team also addressed issues with air-raid shelter tunnels built in the 1940s, which were filled with concrete for safety reasons due to their severely deteriorated structure.
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