These pictures show what a new leisure hub in Northumberland will look like.
The £21m leisure centre and library is being built at Gas House Lane, in Morpeth.
The plans include a two-storey library, customer services and adult learning classrooms as well as a six-lane 25m swimming pool with spectator gallery, a learner pool, spa facilities, a four-court sports hall, a 100 station fitness suite, a spinning studio, a soft play area and a café.
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The library area will have a group room, poetry corner and children’s library, and there will be learning space with five flexible classrooms, offices, and tutorial spaces.
The designs have been unveiled by sports and leisure experts GT3 Architects as work gets under way on site.
Paul Reed, associate director at GT3 Architects, said: "Inclusivity is at the heart of this project and it was so important to us that the leisure centre’s new facilities were designed to be integrated and connected to the town centre.
"We really enjoyed hosting workshops, presentations, and VR sessions with stakeholders from the library, adult learning, and community groups to really get to know the people of Morpeth to deliver exactly what they need.
"During these workshops we discovered the importance of the three key themes of inclusivity, community pride, and connectivity.
"The design therefore extends to the high street through a series of stepping-stones that figuratively and literally integrate and connect to the town centre ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
"The town also has a strong identity, so we wanted to capture that pride and nod to the town’s ‘living amongst woods and streams’ motto.
"The result was an accessible and community-focused design, with people at its heart, and we can’t wait to see the finished development."
The scheme is funded by Northumberland County Council.
Jeff Watson, councillor and cabinet member for healthy lifestyles, said: "The new centre will be a real asset for the town and a wonderful place with great facilities for residents and visitors to enjoy for many years to come."
