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Molten, a gallery and cafe on the Fish Quay, in North Shields, architecturally interesting windows Royalty Free Stock Photo

Molten, a gallery and cafe on the Fish Quay, in North Shields, architecturally interesting windows

The building in the image is a distinctive structure located on the Fish Quay in North Shields, England, known as the "Former Smokehouse" or "The Observatory". It has also housed businesses like Ballards Smoke House and Molten Gallery Cafe in the past. Unique Design:The most striking feature of the building is its curved, triple-glazed frontage facing the sea, which is made from approximately 40 curved windscreens, reportedly from Ford Transit vans.This design has been likened to the sails of a ship. Originally a mid-19th-century military barracks at Clifford's Fort, it was later a historic smokehouse before being converted into a living space and studio. The building is designed to be energy-efficient and super-insulated, incorporating features like roof solar panels and an air source heat pump. Situated on the 17th-century walls of Clifford's Fort, it offers uninterrupted sea views and is located in the vibrant Fish Quay area of North Shields.