The New Market Re-development Design Received The Mayor’s Nod

[dropcap]H[/dropcap]is Worship, Mayor Peterson D. Francis is ecstatic and very contented with the new design for the Castries Market Project which is now at an advanced stage.

The redesign which was done by the architectural section within Department of Physical Planning comprises several components including a food court, high-end air conditioned restaurants, craft market, box park, viewing tower, entertainment area, meat and fish depots and duty-free shopping boutiques.

The redevelopment of the Castries Market will create a nexus between Saint Lucia’s goods and services exports and the vending opportunities that are available which will in turn promote excellence and authenticity and provide an upgrade for product display and quality.

In addition, the project will assist in ensuring that the products sold are authentically Saint Lucian, increase the diversity and creativity of the vending activities for a more attractive and esthetically pleasing display. It will also create a unique experience for visitors by distinguishing it from other Caribbean markets and generally elevate the standard of vending and customer service to international standards.

Speaking to the new design, Mayor Francis says the intention is to achieve a public space which appeals to visitors, citizens and vendors.

“It will do so by integrating the history, culture and architecture. The redesign of the Castries Market forms part of the wider revitalization and redevelopment of the City of Castries, with the Market being one of the main features within this extensive redevelopment.”

Construction work is expected to begin in the summer of this year.

All stakeholders will be engaged and can expect the designs to be made public in the coming weeks along with an active consultative and awareness campaign.

— Source: Office of the Mayor (Castries)