SCOTSMAN.COM VIEW

The contest to create a new outdoor concert arena for Edinburgh has been won by a ‘hobbit house’

Pleasantly surprised. I really was expecting something totally inappropriate. When might it be ready? Can’t wait. – James Henry Good choice. Let’s face it, anything is better than the embarrasing decrepit wooden shed that is in situ. – big john fa stenhouse If the heritage societies have approved this, they must have taken leave of their sense. – Tanaquil “In addition, the design concept offers a creative energy and a series of unique elements which will all combine to create a new and contemporary landscape. “I would have thought the last thing for this site should be new and contemporary – this is perhaps the most historic view in Scotland. Also, ‘creative energy’ just sounds like marketing pish. – Zurich Of all the plans submitted this is the one I liked best of all. It allows for plenty of space for people to walk around, which is very desirable. The link from the Old Town is a brilliant idea. – Young Reekie