Demolition of old St James Shopping Complex to make way for new St James development, Edinburgh, Scotland

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Designed by Allan Murray Architects, the million sq ft Edinburgh St James scheme will see the 1970s shopping centre currently on site replaced with 850,000 sq ft of retail space, a luxury hotel, up to 150 new homes, 30 restaurants and a multi-screen cinema. Set against a stunning backdrop, Edinburgh St James will introduce high-street, aspirational and lifestyle brands to one of the world's finest locations. The new development will be the Scottish capital’s prime shopping destination and new heart of the city, linking with and expanding the existing retail pitch of George Street, Princes Street and Multrees Walk. Its outstanding connectivity will create an exciting hub for Edinburgh’s thriving day and night-time economy – the new beating heart of the city centre.

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Size: 6016px × 4016px
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Photo credit: © Frontline Photography / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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