Hemingway's thoughts on prom plans
WAYNE Hemingway, who founded the Red or Dead fashion label, has spoken out against plans to build apartments on Morecambe's promenade.
The design guru, after a recent visit to Morecambe, where he was born, criticised Urban Splash's plans to build a second hotel and residential flats on the central promenade area next to The Midland.
Wayne, who now runs a building design company, had himself suggested an alternative design for the site during Urban Splash's international search for an architect a few years ago – eventually won by the Flacq company.
"I am vehemently opposed to it – it's absolutely crackers, like selling the crown jewels," he said.
"There should be a minimal amount of buildings on that site, that are small and unobtrusive."
* A spokesperson for Urban Splash, when asked about Wayne's comments on the Midland, reiterated last week's statement by hotel manager Olivier Delaunoy that they encourage guests to share their experiences so they can endeavour to provide the best possible service.
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Last Updated:
02 July 2008 8:55 PM
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