A modern take on the bandstand could finally be brought to life two years after it was first dreamt up by budding architects.
And if the scheme is given the green light by Newcastle City Council, it'll be used to provide a space for cultural events and activities over the summer.
The temporary structure, proposed for land below Ouseburn Viaduct , began as a design competition organised by Northumbria Architecture Society (NAS) and Newcastle University Architecture Society (NUAS), in collaboration with the Ouseburn Trust.
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In just 48 hours, student design teams came up with plans for a temporary installation aimed at the community within the Ouseburn Valley , to be located on top of the historical culvert.
Now, plans for the bandstand, have been lodged with the council.
A design and access statement said: "The brief was to create a new attraction promoting longer visits to the valley, whilst providing a safe and exciting place for creative fringe activity organised by local artists."
Local companies and pubs have been helping to fundraise for the bandstand with the release of a pale ale called BANDSTAND brewed by Out There Brew Company using coffee from Ouseburn Coffee Company.
It has been on sale in Ouseburn pubs including Brinkburn St, the Free Trade and the Cumberland Arms since last weekend.
Associate Professor David Morton, of Northumbria University's school of architecture and built environment, said: "The initial idea for the bandstand came from students in our architectural society, who are encouraged to work on real-life projects that will benefit communities.
"They have now graduated and have continued to work on their plans, successfully securing support and funding from the local community ward and the arts council.
"I know they have had a lot of interest from local organisations and groups who are keen to use the bandstand for cultural activities over the summer and I look forward to seeing their ideas and hard work coming to fruition."
The council's planning department will decide whether to grant permission for the scheme by May 17.
To find out more about the project visit www.ouseburntrust.org.uk/appeal/construct.
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