Everton’s new stadium will be designed with the spirit of Goodison Park in mind.
A break from the Blues’ home of over 125 years in favour of a switch to a new venue in the Bramley-Moore Dock is expected to be completed by summer 2022.
Lead architect Dan Meis is planning to progress his vision for the site in the north Liverpool docks with fan workshops beginning from next week.
And in an interview with Leisure Opportunities, Meis has outlined how Goodison’s legacy is set to play its part in Everton’s future home.
He said: “From the very first time I was at Goodison, I recognised the importance of the idea that this building has a memory and a long incredible history has been enjoyed there.
“So we have specific ideas about bringing physical pieces of the stadium with us to the new ground. Certainly references will be made.
“We’re not going to do it in a copied, clichéd way – because that’s something you have to be careful about – but we will create moments where people will know this is from Goodison.”
“It’s a dream site for an architect,” added Meis.
“The biggest opportunity is to be more connected to the centre of Liverpool, and to have an iconic location right along the Mersey.
“However, it has its challenges beyond the design considerations. This is a World Heritage Site, a dock rather than a wide open piece of land, and a precious front door to the city.
“So we have a great responsibility to create something that represents the city in a world-class way.”