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Maggie’s Aberdeen takes a step closer to becoming a reality as initial design concepts are released to coincide with the planning application being submitted to Aberdeen City Council.

The council will now spent 8-12weeks deliberating over the design of the Maggie’s Centre at the Foresterhill site of Aberdeen Royal Infirmary before coming to a decision on granting permission.

The initial design image of the Centre has been released, as designed by Oslo based architectural firm Snohetta. 

Maggie’s Aberdeen will continue Maggie’s legacy of bringing contemplative architecture to hospital sites; providing the all important right environment for Maggie’s to facilitate their programme of emotional and practical support to those affected by cancer.

A string of architects have designed previous Maggie’s Centres, including Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid and Rem Koolhaas. Snohetta will follow in such footsteps to design the latest Maggie’s Centre, and will draw on local expertise to realise the vision of the Centre.

Laura Lee, Maggie’s CEO, said:  "We are so pleased that the application is now under consideration by the council.   The design for Maggie's Aberdeen is really striking and encapsulates the Maggie's brief in providing a space that is homely and full of warmth, whilst sparking curiosity and imagination from its visitors. 

This is a building that will first and foremost provide the ideal environment for people facing cancer in the region to gain support, whilst also greatly contributing to architecture within the region. Monty’s Maggie’s Appeal has inspired a fantastic response from the community and I look forward to entering 2012 with such a tenacious and supportive team.”