Fly-through video reveals first look at Swansea’s new Y Storfa community hub
A major regeneration project is taking shape in the heart of Swansea city centre, with the former BHS store on Oxford Street being transformed into Y Storfa, a modern community services hub.
The scheme, led by Swansea Council with Kier Group as main contractor, will bring together a wide range of facilities under one roof. Alongside a new central library, Y Storfa will also host the council’s contact centre, Housing Options, revenues and benefits, lifelong learning, and the West Glamorgan Archive Service.
Non-council tenants will include Careers Wales, Citizens Advice, and Swansea University’s South Wales Miners’ Library, making the building a one‑stop destination for learning, advice and community support.
First look inside
New CGI fly-through video shows how Y Storfa will look when it opens later this year.
(Video: Swansea Council)Interior view of Y Storfa’s open-plan public access zone with modern breakout seating areas.
(Image: Swansea Council)Flexible open-plan conference and events space inside Y Storfa.
(Image: Swansea Council)The newly released CGI fly-through highlights the building’s striking exterior and welcoming internal spaces. Viewers are given a first glimpse of the main reception, children’s library, open‑plan library, contact centre, meeting rooms, and a modern conference and events space.
The design also includes accessible lifts to every floor, ensuring the hub is fully inclusive.
Earlier this year, Swansea Bay News published exclusive photos showing the progress of the build (Inside Y Storfa), while a previous update charted how the scheme was taking shape on site (Y Storfa community hub takes shape).
Library move from Civic Centre
To prepare for the relocation, Swansea’s central library at the Civic Centre will close from Monday 20 October. Staff will use the closure period to transfer collections and set up the new facility.
As reported by Swansea Bay News last month (Central Library preparing for move), the move marks the end of an era for the Civic Centre site, which is earmarked for future redevelopment.
The colourful new children’s library at Y Storfa, designed to inspire young readers.
(Image: Swansea Council)The main open-plan library space at Y Storfa, featuring modern shelving and study areas.
(Image: Swansea Council)“A place where people can come together”
Cllr Rob Stewart, Leader of Swansea Council, said the project is part of the city’s wider £1bn regeneration programme.
“Swansea city centre needs more footfall to support its existing traders and help attract new shops and other businesses in future.
“Y Storfa will be a place where people can come together – to learn, access important services, or take part in community life in a modern and welcoming space. By bringing services like the library, archives, Housing Options and others together under one roof, it’ll make life easier for many residents and create opportunities for people of all ages.”
Dedicated Careers Wales space inside Y Storfa, offering advice and guidance to residents.
(Image: Swansea Council)Housing Options area at Y Storfa, with interview rooms and self-service kiosks.
(Image: Swansea Council)Linked to wider regeneration
The development is located close to car parks, bus stops and cycle routes, making it easily accessible. An official opening date will be announced soon.
Cllr Stewart added that the move will also pave the way for the redevelopment of the Civic Centre site on the waterfront, with regeneration partners Urban Splash currently working on proposals.
Funding for Y Storfa includes support from the Welsh Government’s Transforming Towns programme.
Reception and e‑zone area at Y Storfa, providing digital access and community support.
(Image: Swansea Council)Public art display inside Y Storfa’s open‑plan access zone, adding colour and creativity to the new community hub.
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