Shoppers have helped select a striking new design for Swansea Market’s external entrances.
Market traders and other key stakeholders were asked for their views as Swansea Council held a public consultation.
All thoughts helped finalise plans as the Oxford Street, Union Street and Whitewalls entrances are refreshed and modernised this year.
The copper-coloured design reflects Swansea’s industrial heritage; its semi-circular shape hints at the market’s logo and huge domed roof.
Words used by voters to describe the design included: Inviting, majestic, striking, sleek, elegant, clean and modern.
Those commenting liked that it included the words Swansea and Abertawe – making it clear that the market plays a key role in its community.
Council cabinet member and joint deputy leader David Hopkins said: “The winning design shone through as the overwhelming favourite in our consultation.
“It’ll help ensure a bright future for a great location.”
The council, working with traders and Wales-based consultants Tangent Partnership, created three concept options for the design of the new look of the entrances in Whitewalls, Oxford Street and Union Street.
The selected design – including a number of new standard entrance features such as new lighting, flooring, signs and security – will now go through the formal planning process.
Other public thoughts about the market and its entrances are being considered.
Initial work on the new entrances has included the removal of previous canopies and maintenance of the mast structures.
It’s planned that remaining work on the new entrances will be carried out this year.
