Emil Eve proposed an 'electric' transformation for the venue into a performance and rehearsal space with additional music-production facilities, bar and café uses and new homes as part of an ideas competition to find new uses for the grade II Listed St Martin’s Church in Brighton.

The scheme envisioned a future for the church as a vibrant mixed-use facility for professional and creative users, local charities and community groups and the existing St Martin’s congregation.

“The range of ideas and possible uses were stunning... the practical solutions and uplifting arts suggestions put forward by Emil Eve will ensure the life of a beautiful heritage building such as St Martin’s church for generations to come.” Peter Field, Lord Lieutenant of East Sussex

Emil Eve were awarded joint winners for the competition.