Midmills, Crown (Inverness College Site)

Opportunities

• The core of the complex is a historic building of distinction with fine interior spaces that appear well suited to the building brief.
• Attractive site set within a predominantly residential area, generous in size.
• Close to the city centre.
• Potential for new gallery pavilion to rear of building.
• Good range of external spaces for sculptural and café courts.
• Good onsite space for service access.
• Potential to develop innovative cultural spaces.

Constraints

• Set on a plateau above the city centre, which may impact upon accessibility.
• Would require better pedestrian access.
• Will not become available until College relocates.
• Possible problems of access for commercial vehicles and parking.
• Unknown risk with existing building condition.
• Possible structural restrictions to physical adaptation.
• Costs associated with adapting and redeveloping interior finishes in historic buildings.
• The site acquisition cost may be considerable.