Denton Corker Marshall’s design for UK's Bluewater Events Venue in Kent commenced construction in March 2010. The new building is identifiable by its sinuous over-sailing roof and feature gallery ‘beam’ that ties the composition together externally as well as giving focus to the internal plaza approach route. The modelling of the ceiling plane internally links the plaza via the rotunda into the existing mall.
The design creates an individual identity for the events venue, distinct but complementary to the mall in form, location and experience. This concept incorporates a new plaza area created as a threshold ‘leisure hub’ between the mall, cinema, restaurants and the two exhibition halls.
Expected to open in 2011, UK’s integrated property company Lend Lease, has hailed the new events venue as the next milestone in the evolution of Bluewater Retail Centre. The purpose built venue will complement the existing facilities with year round entertainment and events for the 28 million guests who visit the retail centre each year.
