The vibrant, diverse Baltic Triangle has now been joined by Hinterlands, a new venue from the team which brought us Constellations that held its official launch opening earlier today. It’s hard to summarise it in one word, given the fact that it has not been designed for one sole purpose – and that’s the beauty of it.
The Event Hall does what it says on the tin: it is a 3,000 square foot conference setting, which can sit up to 250-300 people, with additional room provided by the staircases and balconies which overlook the main concourse. It links directly to the reception at the entrance, and the Event Hall is topped off by the bar and catering facilities behind the rows of seats. Meeting rooms will become available later in the year, and they will be as easily accessible as the toilet and kitchen facilities already are.
Perhaps the most interesting aspect about Hinterlands is the interior design. It’s not quite bricks and mortar, but it isn’t far off, as raw materials and industrial equipment have been used for lighting, ceilings and staircases. This includes the unique use of oversized wooden benches in the corners of the Event Hall, and above the main concourse on the balconies. It will be the personalities of the visiting people and companies which will truly bring Hinterlands to life. It’s clear that those tasked with designing the venue have placed a greater priority on delivering functional and flexible facilities than showcasing a colour or style, which is a very good thing.
Nicholas Baskerville, co-founder and marketing director of Constellations – the parent company of Hinterlands – noted that the venue opens in the face of adversity, realising that there are challenges ahead. But, he added, the same was said about Constellations four years ago, and that venue has become a real success story. Whilst there will be obstacles to overcome, and the construction process is far from complete, I came away feeling positive about Hinterlands, and this is only the beginning for a venue that I believe will thrive in 2018 and beyond.
You can find out more about Hinterlands at https://hinterlands-liv.com.
Written By: Mark Armstrong