This gallery shows the impact that reinstatement of historic shopfronts can have on the quality and beauty of places. These new shopfronts, funded with support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England, are of great value for small, local and independent businesses, as they can help increase footfall, raise the property value and improve the environment.
Before
Before the shop was reinstated the fascia was large and the quality of details and materials was poor
After
After the reinstatement the shop has finesse and quality from the door handles to the mosaic on the threshold and the beautifully carved wooden details
Before the 20th century shopfront did not match the Victorian architecture of the parent building
Before this vacant property had sat unloved for years
Before the oversized signage overwhelms the shopfront
After a new small independent business moved into this exciting authentic premises
After the shop and building are in a positive new long-term use
After the subtle details create a destination and there is new access to the upper floors
Some Details
38 Carrington Street - Former Urban Room - Pilot Renovation