Mr. B
Why build a new building next to the Three Graces instead of refurbishing the warehouses on the Docks? There is nough space for offices , shops and appartments.
David Parry
Yes, nice granite clad boxes. Now how about something that actually complements the 3 graces in size, colour, proportion and detailing?
David Parry
Yes, nice granite clad boxes. Now how about something that actually complements the 3 graces in size, colour, proportion and detailing?
M.A.Jackson
Another glass horror.
I was in Sydney recently and saw how they have destroyed their city.Let's not do it to ours.
JHM
What more building and shops we have enough of them in Liverpool why not put something there to attract visitors, now the cruise terminal is coming why not erect a dancing fountain like the one in Barcelona which is a large tourist attraction to the city that is what is needed in liverpool not more building tourist attractions is what we want
C Mo
Dont you just love some scousers? Give them anything remotely progressive and they have to have a moan about it. As a city resident, I quite like these drawings!
MrNad
people's fundamental lack of knowledge about architecture, urbanism and generally what a city is and should be simple astounds me. The people who contribute their mind bogglingly blinkered opinions or visions should be gagged and severly fined.
Mal
Why do new buildings always have to look "new" and futuristic? Keep these type of building away from such an historical part of Liverpool!!! There must be an architect out there that can design a building that will complement the Three Graces!
David Swift
The buildings are out of context to their surroundings and still threaten the skyline adjacent to the Three Graces. The inclined form that stretches from one building to another is the result of an imaginary line, at small scale, on the drawing...It won't be visible from street level...and the buildings will looke like a couple of 1970's glass boxes. There should be a competition among several world renowne architects, who are all remunerated for their efforts, to create an outstanding design...not one mired in mediocrity. Retail will never work...it's nowhere near the retail area of the City...it'll be full of nasty little gift shops and empty storefronts...like the Albert Dock. Why do we need to block the waterfront with more office space...there is no shortage in the City...in fact the trend is towards more web-based busineses without the need for City Center space. The development should be all residential and public open space to provide access to the waterfront for everyone.
The scheme is unimaginative and very provincial...this is a fantastic location.
Let's not have another monstrous carbuncle on the face of the Pier Head.
Mike
The buildings don't look anything special. Considering the location, I think something more inspiring should be done.
john
i have always found that the view when entering the albert dock as you look to your right was fantastic. the sight of the three graces framing the view is one of the most used in tourism literature. though i agree that something needs to be built on the sight of the old porsche and mercedes garages. i fear the apearance of something so overbearing may have adverse effects. a wonderful structure though, would look great elsewhere.
grizzle
Any development must be sympathetic to the surrounding area. The new buildings, which must be exciting in their designs, should not have a negative effect on the three graces or the superb waterfront views currently available. I would have liked to see the site developed into a public open space, but the value of the real estate was never going to make this a viable option. Lessons must be learnt from the aweful apartments that were erected at Kings dock, overlooking what will now be an excellent arena. I mean, who ever allowed them to build white apartments amidst beautiful red brick docklands?? Supposed to look like a ship...what, because they have round windows!!
