Shoppers will have to wait until Spring 2021 before being able to experience the £1 billion new Edinburgh St. James centre after Covid-19 postponed the planned opening in October later this year. However, these pictures demonstrate that the major project is coming to life.
5. Potential drop outs
The only trader not expected to take up their unit in the development because of Covid is the restaurant chain Yo Sushi, which ran into financial trouble during lockdown. However, bosses have admitted they expect more to drop out. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
6. Event Spaces
There will be nine event spaces set to host a variety of pop-up fashion and music shows. An events programme is being created for next year’s festival time, with up to 27 shows a day. One of the event spaces is the third level of the development’s underground car park, which has been designed with theatre lighting and sound to accommodate shows. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
7. Residential element
The residential element of the project involves 152 apartments, ranging from studio to three-bedroom, with a shared garden room and full concierge service. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
8. Restaurants
And there are over 30 restaurants, from fast food to fine dining. Photo: Lisa Ferguson