What should replace the Stirling Rotunda?
Consultation has concluded
Project Update
The Stirling Rotunda replacement design concepts are currently being drafted and finalised based on the Stage 1 consultation feedback. Council will review the draft concepts in preparation for a Stage 2 consultation planned for 2021/2022.
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The rotunda in Stirling was recently damaged in a vehicle accident, and subsequently had to be demolished. Council is now seeking design ideas and community input into what a new replacement facility might be.
Background
The rotunda located on the Stirling Library lawns was damaged in a car accident on 6 August 2018 and due to the significance of the damage, was required to be demolished.
The rotunda was built by the Stirling Apex Club as a Centenary of Federation project in 2001.
Community groups have been instrumental in the initial build of the rotunda and its dedication as a memorial as well as ongoing maintenance of the rotunda. The Stirling Library lawn is a very popular space with the community for passive recreation and events. With increasing demand on this space for events, it is a good time to review how the space is used and what facilities would best support the continued use by the community.
Stage 1 Consultation Outcomes
The Stage 1 consultation highlighted the following for consideration:
- Accommodate for the growing / changing role of the library and include greater connection and integration of design between the inside and the outside.
- Ensure the facility has power and WiFi access points.
- Potential functionality for musical performances and presentations.
- Include a functional ‘backdrop’ for a stage/amphitheater while also allowing an open line of sight across the space for traffic travelling in from Aldgate and driving through Stirling.
- A multi-purpose facility, with it being less of a rotunda and more an amphitheater
- Creatively include any new protection measures that need to be installed (i.e. ‘artistic’ bollards / Stirling Spheres).
- Location/placement to accommodate current and future use for events and activities (eg Fringe Events, Markets)
- Retain as much green space as possible and keep the open feel
- Recognition that the site gets a very large number of post school youth utilisation.
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We really liked the rotunda, as it gave a nice country feel.
Can it be replaced by another? maybe with drop screens to make it an amphitheater.
Kind regards,
Miranda and Steve Hickman
Please rebuild the rotunda in a similar design . Let's not destroy the village feel
with some modern design!
A rotunda is a reason for the community to meet,shelter and communicate
whether it be for a picnic,art, or musical event .Perhaps musicians,as
in choirs and bands could take advantage of the space!
Multi purpose structure that can be used as a performance stage for music/theatre/community events and in everyday use can be a picnic shelter in much the same way the old rotunda was. And wifi hotspot! ☺
Drama
Choir
Speakers corner.
Our office faces Stirling Library lawns, the rotunda was such a popular part of the lawns, constantly being used by such a wide variety of people and a great feature of this beautiful public space. It would be great if it could be replaced with something similar.
Unquestionably, the rotunda should be replaced by a like construction
I feel that a New Rotunda should be constructed there as it has a multi function of uses. If anything perhaps it could be slightly bigger as it not heritage being built in 2001. It can be a grandstand also. It will be well used.
I think it should be replaced with another rotunda or a small amphitheatre Rotunda's have a village feel about them where the community comes together.
Please do not replace it with anything!
It was very unfortunate that it was damaged, but now it is gone, we do not need it (at least not there).
There is already one in Steamroller Park just down the road !!!!!
Please lave the lawn for people as is. It is a very small and very busy space.
Thanks for the opportunity to comment. Resident most of my life. Steph
Why not just replicate the former Rotunda.Remember it was there first and I am sure other developments will have accommodated its design .Don't destroy the heritage of Stirling because of a vehicular accident.
The rotunda was a great addition to the library community area. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to a couple of guitarists jamming in the rotunda on a number of occasions. I think they were just there by choice, not an organised act. I would love to see the rotunda replaced. Perhaps something a little bigger. Perhaps regular "Open Mike" sessions could be arranged. You register & are given a 10min slot to sing or play an instrument. General public can bring a picnic, sit on the lawn & be entertained.
Music is a great equalizer drawing people from all walks of life to enjoy.
A new, updated rotunda in keeping with the look of Stirling and surrounds and similar to the original one. An amphitheater would possibly take up more of the park area which would be a shame as the area is so well used and loved by families, young people and events.
I think the former rotunda's size and appearance suited the location and should be rebuilt as it was.
I think the former rotunda's size and appearance suited the location well. Please rebuild it as it was.
Something very like the amphitheatre at Maria Park by Bascon in Denmark website http://www.landezine.com/index.php/2015/06/maria-park-by-bascon/ - perhaps with a timber panel wall instead of a solid metal wall - or a wall with laser cutouts to allow line of sight.
It needs to have a solid roof to protect from rain and sun - I love how Maria Park has the grass entering the pavilion. This would be a got spot to put the portable wooden settings to have lunch, then they could be moved out for performances.
Please bring back the Rotunda, the design of the original was so lovely and in keeping with the era of Stirling. The park looks sad without it !
I would like to see a rotunda rebuild, and there's room to incorporate many of the suggestions put forward by interested people. My idea on the rotunda would be to make it functional, hands-on and artistically pleasing. Local artist/s who create public structural pieces that interact with the surroundings and people, could be involved in this. Greg Johns is one example who comes to mind. Whenever I visit Glenelg Beach, I see children climbing over the famous Rhythm (waves) sculpture. I would love to see this kind of interaction in front of the Stirling Library.l
I would like to see a rotunda that allows for community access and not a formal building like an amphitheatre. Maintain the open air look as much as possible and don't encroach on too much of the lawn. I also like the idea of wifi access.