Studio Egret West has revealed images of what Smithfield Market could look like after the historic market has moved to Essex.

The visualisations show a “cut” made in the floor of Grand Avenue, the striking road through the market, to create views and bring light into the cavernous basement.

Cultural and entertainment spaces would be created and the architects have proposed a continuing role for food in the market’s future, with training in growing, preparation and consumption of ingredients happening on site on site.

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