The proposals address the complexities of delivering natural light into a deep plan retail unit by opening up a void in the roof space, creating a courtyard around which the new homes are arranged. A new sheltered communal environment is created providing both amenity space and the enjoyment of dual aspect living. At roof level terrace gardens overlook the town, with views towards the sea.
The high street retail is reconfigured to provide smaller scale bespoke spaces that reflect the shopping needs of the town. Other large format shops remain vacant in Margate, the success of our proposal may inspire further change.