Bereavement is the reaction to the death of a loved one. It affects every individual at some point in their life and is undoubtedly one of life's most stressful events. This proposal establishes a facility providing emotional and practical support for those experiencing bereavement. In addition to emotional counselling, support services such as legal/financial advice, workshops, and support groups will be amalgamated under one roof, making them easily accessible by people when they need them the most.

The central memorialisation space is characterized by a series of bridges, and it is intended these will serve as a celebration of life rather than a marker of death.

The host building is Leith Police Station, originally constructed as Leith Town Hall in 1827. It stands at the junction of two main roads, and has been firmly established within the Edinburgh-wide community for many years, long representing security and safety. Over time, numerous less-than-sympathetic refurbishments have seriously compromised the building’s internal space.

This design will re-establish the primacy of light and space within the building, enabling people to interact with the facility based on their individual needs, and creating a tranquil environment conducive to the process of grieving, healing, and remembrance.