Client Aspirations
This project is for the creation of a new Community Youth Hub situated at Ardoyne roundabout in collaboration with Belfast City Council.
Challenges
Inner City location; located at a major interface flashpoint for the NI conflict
Our Response
The new youth enterprise centre was jointly designed between our architectural firm and Mark Hackett architect, who provided the initial designs. Working together with Belfast City Council and Ardoyne Youth Enterpise Centre, we created a space that would meet the needs of the community's youth. The final design incorporates input from all stakeholders and provides facilities for recreation, learning, and socialising. Key features include flexible youth space, contact centre, counselling rooms, offices, boardroom, hot-desking, a roof terrace and an external courtyard. The centre will provide a modern, inviting and functional environment where local youths can spend time in a safe, supportive atmosphere. The collaborative design process ensured the space addresses the priorities of all groups involved.