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I think good architecture reflects the surroundings and provides a usable building for modern businesses. While i dont think the exact building above should be built, i do think that a building with some architectural style that reflects the historic nature of the area is important. Effectively we are getting a modern version of what was there before, and equally in a few years time it will also be demolished and replaced as it doesnt fit in with the historical style of the other buildings. Its a gateway building to St Johns street and takes up most of one side of the street, similarly the awful Coop bank buildign the other end of the street.
Similar examples are those on St Marys street, they stand out because they are not of an historical style that fits with the street which is mostly decorative facades.
These recent example from Frankfurts reconstruction show how an old style can be modernized,
Where would you rather sit an eat, this:
Or this (also recently built):