Hastings Pier

Project Overview

Marcon played a key role in the restoration and reopening of the iconic Hastings Pier. The famous pier underwent two years of renovation works at a cost of £14.2m.

Closed for safety reasons in 2008 and virtually destroyed by fire in October 2010, a local action group raised the funds to rebuild the 140 year-old structure, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

The Memories Room allows visitors to explore the Pier’s fascinating history by using a range of interactive multi-touch tables to discover pictures, postcards, photographs, posters and gig tickets from the past. The popular Birch Room is an educational hub hosting a wide range of workshops for children, families and the wider community, as well as exploring Hastings Pier’s history with an audio visual exhibition.

Project Details

Client:
Hastings Pier Charity Designer:
DESIGNMAP Duration:
4 weeks Location:
Hastings

Services:

Specialist joinery and bespoke set works including mobile interactive units and research kiosks
Perimeter graphics and wayfinding signage
Interpretive rails along the full length of the pier
Digital interactive multi-touch tables
Feature periscope that allows visitors to view under the pier

“Marcon were proactive throughout the design development process which greatly benefited the final installed scheme. In particular the interior ‘mini-pier’ mobile interpretation stations and exterior ‘topsy-turvy periscope’ have been a great success.”

Daniel Sutton, Managing Director, DESIGNMAP