Connecting Hoxton Design Consultation

Objective: Cherishing & supporting Hoxton’s young and old

We are exploring ways to make the entrance to Hoxton Hall more welcoming and easier for people to use. The aim is to improve the experience for visitors, support community activities and make the hall more visible on Hoxton Street. This will link with other improvements being delivered by the Council across the area.

The main focus is on:

• Making the entrance and lobby more lively;
• Improving the building's visibility from the street, with better signs, lighting, and graphics;
• Upgrading the May Scott Entrance to reduce congestion

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The proposed improvements to the external of the building include
These ideas aim to make Hoxton Hall more visible and inviting from Hoxton Street:

• A clearer, wider main entrance;
• New glass panels and a new front door to make the building feel brighter and more open;
• New signage, lighting and graphics so the hall stands out more on Hoxton Street;
• Awnings to provide shelter outside the entrance;
• A refreshed look for the front of the building using colour, signage and artworks.

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Proposed changes inside the entrance

• A brighter and more open lobby, potentially converted into a small bar or cafe that can be used before and after performances;
• Moving the ticket desk and reception area further inside the building to reduce congestion at the doorway;
• Creating opportunities for small exhibitions on the walls and floor of the lobby, including community art and local stories.

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Rear of the building:

• A chance to introduce new planting and public art, such as the Arden Estate mural, in the garden behind the Hall.

View detail – rear

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