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The Death of Shoreditch – Part IV

• Death of Shoreditch Part 1
• Death of Shoreditch Part 2
• Death of Shoreditch Part 3

Well, despite the sterling work of the people at the Bowl Court squat, vocal support from some lass called Tracey Emin and the ‘Save the Light’ campaign it appears that Hackney Council have given their support to the uber-scheme planned to “regenerate” the Bishopsgate Yard area of Shoreditch. Full details of what’s planned can be found here. Having read the document and taking into consideration the other developments that are planned (300 odd flats on Bethnal Green Road, Norton Folgate mixed-development scheme and Hearn Street/Plough Yard development), it’s clear that we live in unique times currently in Shoreditch. The whole aesthetic and vibe of the area will be completely replaced with something more akin to the nearer city fringe around Broadgate, Devonshire Square and the like.

Check out this image of the proposed sky line, quite scary me thinks! Can’t help but think going into a recession building loads of speculative office and residential units isn’t the brightest idea man has ever had. I wouldn’t be surprised if this ends up getting mothballed for a couple of years (say completion 2012) although will they try and throw it together in time for the Olympics? If so, expect a bodged effort.

See full image here at BD Online

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