Swansea’s Urban Village – home to Swansea Creative Hub – has reached a landmark stage in its development. Wales’ Housing, Regeneration and Heritage minister Huw Lewis AM poured the final concrete for Urban Village’s first phase last week.

The concrete completed the main frame of an impressive structure that will house eight High Street units, a number of commercial units, 76 flats and a car park.

The structure is central to the ambitious £25 million “Urban Village” revamp of High Street and The Strand. When completed, the Urban Village will include flats, courtyards, retail units, the refurbished King’s Lane warehouse and a “creative cluster” bringing some of Wales’ most vibrant and talented creative groups and individuals to Swansea.

Already on board are Volcano Theatre Company, broadcaster and songwriter Mal Pope, Supersaurus Artists’ Collective and Swansea Music. Arts. Dance.

The aim of the Urban Village is to transform the run-down areas of High Street, King’s Lane and The Strand. Huw Lewis said:

“The Urban Village will breathe new live into Swansea’s High Street, with vibrant shop frontages, attractive commercial space and numerous residential units. Additional parking will also be developed near-by and the Village is close to the station, creating easy access and transport links to bring workers and shoppers directly into the heart of the centre. I am delighted that Welsh Government funds are helping to regenerate the High Street area of Swansea.”

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