Two striking copper cupolas have been restored to their rightful place after the transformation of the old Amex currency building into a branch of Metrobank.
The green domes were taken off in August last year for safekeeping while the building at the top of North Street was gutted to accommodate the new high street bank.
Green domes back in place!! Biggest refurb ever?! #Brighton #metrobank pic.twitter.com/NeeogQNQOA
— Alan Chipman (@AlanChips) February 5, 2015
They have now been put back onto the roof in time for the bank’s grand opening on Friday, 20 February, with celebrations planned for that day and the next including stilt walkers, face painting, performing dogs and live music.
Councillor Jason Kitcat, Leader Brighton & Hove City Council commented on the launch of Metro Bank Brighton: “I am delighted to welcome Metro Bank, a brand new bank, to this high profile location in Brighton. This opening has been highly anticipated by the local community. I very much welcome the new services and jobs Metro Bank will be bringing to Brighton.”
Kevin Walker, Regional Director of Metro Bank, said: “We are thrilled to be opening our Brighton store and being part of such an exciting and admirable community.
“Our role is to make banking simple and convenient to all our customers and we’re delighted to bring the people of Brighton a bank that is dedicated to providing amazing service and convenience. We look forward to welcoming both personal and business customers to the Banking Revolution.”
