Midmills
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- The core of the complex is a historic building of distinction with fine interior spaces that appear well suited to the building brief
- Attractive site set within a predominantly residential area, generous in size
- Close to the city centre
- Potential for new gallery pavilion to rear of building
- Good range of external spaces for sculptural and café courts
- Good onsite space for service access
- Potential to develop innovative cultural spaces
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- Set on a plateau above the city centre, which may impact upon accessibility
- Would require better pedestrian access
- Will not become available until College relocates
- Possible problems of access for commercial vehicles
- Unknown risk with existing building condition
- Possible structural restrictions to physical adaptation
- Costs associated with adapting and redeveloping interior finishes in historic buildings
- The site acquisition cost may be considerable
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