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Glenn Howells Architects appointed on National Memorial Arboretum
November 27, 2009
Glenn Howells Architects has been appointed as the lead team to remodel The National Memorial Arboretum (NMA) in Alrewas in Staffordshire. The commission will transform the 150 acre site into a world-class Centre for Remembrance. The £8m redevelopment will include an Armed Forces Pavilion, 'Heroes Square', Exhibition Space and Education Centre. In addition, the retail, catering and office facilities will be upgraded. Glenn Howells Architects will redesign the surrounding landscape to unite the existing and new buildings.
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The Arboretum, which has seen the planting of 50,000 trees, was established in 1997 on former sand and gravel workings restored by Lafarge and leased to the Arboretum on a peppercorn rent. It is part of The Royal British Legion family and receives assistance from the Ministry of Defence
Glenn Howells, director, Glenn Howells Architects commented: "We are very pleased to have been appointed to work on this exciting and important next phase of the National Memorial Arboretum. The National Memorial Arboretum has, in the short period, since it was established created an impressive development and landscape. We are looking forward to building upon this ambitious vision to create a world class centre for remembrance and exceptional experience for visitors."
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