A+DS criticises Aedas' Haymarket scheme
- Published: 17 December 2007 11:16
- Author: Richard Vaughan
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Architecture and Design Scotland (A+DS) has criticised Aedas Architects' proposals for Edinburgh's Haymarket Station for 'lacking ambition'.
The Scottish design watchdog slammed Aedas' original three options for the site, and has stated it remains 'unconvinced' by the preferred option of upgrading and renovating the existing station.
In a damning report, A+DS refused to back the scheme and called for the project to be revaluated before going any further.
The report said: 'This is a project of national significance, and we do not support the recommended option.
'We urge everyone associated with the project to reconsider the approach that has been adopted to ensure that the best possible solution is delivered. One that is not simply based on transport issues but which is an appropriate response in this internationally important location.'
At the time of writing, Aedas was unavailable for comment.
