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�The peoples palace�
A grand building in a park 
by Anthony van der Craats
East Melbourne

Melbourne�s restored historic Royal Exhibition Building should stand 
alone, unencumbered within a parkland setting.  It would continue as 
a large community space for public use, boutique exhibitions, 
displays, functions and public gatherings.

The great hall�s basement, restored, could house a museum of the 
buildings history.

An underground car park serving the Great Hall and commuter parking 
could be built on the former northern annex sites this could 
incorporate other facilities such as a kitchen and catering and 
possibly a theaterette, function room and storage

The above ground area would be restored and the garden reinstated 
integrating the existing Carlton Gardens with the Exhibition Buildings

All advice received is that the buildings continued use as a 
exhibition space will remain viable.  This is demonstrated by the 
continuing demand that been shown for the use of the building by such 
shows as the International Flower show and Contemporary Art 
Exhibition.  Its nomination for World Heritage listing will also 
enhance it role as a tourist destination enhancing its economic 
viability.