An iconic and individual piece of architecture in Plymouth City Centre. Application of innovative thinking and a contextual approach throughout the design of M&S Plymouth creates a genuinely exciting store that compliments both the local and urban context of the town centre. An individual modernist piece of architecture, strong enough to anchor the mall but subtle as a theatrical backdrop to the pedestrianised public square, respectful of its surroundings. Utilising a simple palette of stone, metal and glass in a crisp contemporary manner. The urban design framework cites the corner of Cornwall Street as a principal pedestrian gateway and intersection.

Lewis & Hickey architects spent 18 months on site with M&S team of contractors & consultant’s enlarging the existing store sales footage from 40,0002 ft to 80,0002 ft, complementing a modern architectural and interior design approach to both external and internal spaces. As well as an extensive selection of food & GM offers, the store boasts two customer cafes, alfresco terrace seating and a scenic lift as part of it’s architectural delivery. The store remodel was completed in late September in time for the grand opening of Drake Circus in October 06. The final result, a highly acclaimed in retail property making this the top M&S store in the Southwest and fourth ranking in the UK. It was also a finalist for the Retail Awards Weeks 2007 - Best Store Design

Launch Case Study for M&S Plymouth (PDF)