Olympia London Owners Reveal Spectacular Future Plans
Including modernised main halls, two hotels, theatre, cinemas and green spaces
The plans, designed by Heatherwick Studio, in collaboration with SPPARC Architects, envisage adding two new boutique hotels, co-working spaces and restaurants, including pop-ups and organic eateries, plus new cinemas, live entertainment in 1,500 seat theatre, community spaces and open green areas, while modernising its two main halls to maintain and enhance its programme of events.
It also proposes a large scale new entrance on Olympia's west side on Hammersmith Road, as you can see below.
The exhibition centre was sold to the consortium by Earls Court developer Capco in the spring of 2017 for £296 million.
Olympia, which first opened its doors in 1886, is currently host to 1.6 million visitors at both trade and consumer shows and exhibitions, but the owners say they are hoping to transform it into a "year-round destination in its own right."
The plans include a botanic garden, pictured below and the owners say: "As a London landmark, we will give back to the city offering increased green spaces throughout our 14 acre site. Our vision is to open public spaces that can be enjoyed by the public and local communities, helping to make London a greater and greener city."
John Hitchcox, chairman of Yoo Capital, says: "As caretakers of Olympia London, we are investing to protect this iconic site and promote it on the global stage as a world-leading destination for the creative industries.
" These proposals reflect consultations and discussions with our community to ensure we create an exciting and inspirational venue with unparalleled facilities."
The public are invited to view this 'long term vision' at an exhibition which continues today, 5 July between 4pm and 8pm, and on Saturday 7 July between 11am and 3pm in Olympia's Upper Pillar Hall.
For further information email olympia@connectpa.co.uk or call 020 7592 9592.
For further details of the new plans, visit Olympia London Future and Olympia London Share the Future.
July 5, 2018
