Plans for large new Edinburgh restaurant move forward after George Street signage approved

Plans for a large new Edinburgh city centre restaurant have moved forward after the new signage was approved by the council.

Bronze Building Restaurants Ltd had its two applications for new signage at 80B George Street accepted by planners on July 24.

The planning documents show the proposed layout of the exterior at 80B George Street. | Format Design

The plans show that the applicant is looking to turn the large former Hollister clothing store into a new restaurant called ‘The National’, run by Caledonian Bar and Brasserie.

The landmark George Street unit, which was also once home to House of Tweed, stands out due to the large grand columns outside the front, and an additional side unit.

The signage plans show that the empty side unit, which was formerly Amor Cashmere Tweeds, will become the Edina Whisky Room, as part of the overall transformation of 80B George Street.

Approving the signage plans, the council’s chief planning officer David Givan said: “The proposal is acceptable as it would preserve the character of the listed building and the character and appearance of the conservation area.

“No other material considerations identified outweigh this conclusion. It is therefore recommended that the application is granted.”

The large George Street unit when it was the House of Tweed. | Google Maps

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The approved new signage includes individualised gold lettering illuminated by LED uplight. As well as a projecting sign to feature individualised edge lit gold lettering.

Mr Givan added: “The proposed signage is considered appropriate in its context, being of a similar character to signage found elsewhere in the local area.

“The proposed signage is to be placed in areas of the building designed for advertising and lettering. Illumination is sensitive and respectful of the conservation area's appearance.”

The applicant now has three years to carry out the approved signage work at 80B George Street, with the application receiving no public comments on the council’s online planning portal.

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