AN application to transform old offices in Birkenhead into artist studios and a creative workspace has been submitted to Wirral Council.

The proposal is to turn the existing office space on 69 Argyle Street, Birkenhead, into new flexible spaces for creative collaboration.

The project has been submitted by Make CIC who offer a range of workspace options including its two locations at Liverpool’s North Docks and Birkenhead’s Hamilton Square.

The new building at Argyle Street will replace the existing Birkenhead facility at Cleveland Street.

Wirral Globe: Location of new project (Image: Make CIC/Architectural Emporium)Location of new project (Image: Make CIC/Architectural Emporium) (Image: Image: Make CIC/Architectural Emporium)

 A Design and Access statement, prepared by Architectural Emporium, states: “The building is recognised as an important part of the Birkenhead Town Deal proposals and is one of the 12 key projects to be taken forward.

“It also sits very close to a number of other similar arts-led schemes and the proposed Dock Branch park, which will form an arts and culture district in the area.

“The project aims to rebrand, reconfigure and reimagine Wirral's main arts and heritage venue to create a flagship hub that will form the heart of the newly envisaged cultural district.

“It will house new flexible spaces for production, enterprise, innovation, education, events, collections, exhibitions, and performances.

Wirral Globe: How the design of the new project could look (Image: Make CIC/Architectural Emporium)How the design of the new project could look (Image: Make CIC/Architectural Emporium) (Image: Image: Make CIC/Architectural Emporium)

“The project will become the driver for promoting culture across Wirral and the wider borough.

“The new facility will be more accessible, approachable, and engaging, ensuring a more diverse range of visitors can appreciate it.

“Complimentary uses will allow the building to thrive as a home for the arts whilst ensuring its financial and environmental sustainability.”

The creative hub will feature a café, communal space, kitchen, meeting rooms, learning spaces, and a multipurpose area that can be used for classes and workshops.

As well as creative studios, the proposal states the potential for a rooftop classroom and garden space which will host a growing area that teaches the community how to grow and cook fruit and vegetables.