A Grade II listed building is being restored as part of major development work in the city.
The Old Reading Room and Temple buildings in Kemp Town are being restored as part of Brighton and Hove City Council's Black Rock Rejuvenation project.
Built in 1835 and designed by architect William Kendall, the Old Reading Room was originally created to provide shelter for residents of Lewes Crescent seeking a place to read in comfort with a view of the sea.
It was later used for meetings of the Kemp Town Committee and as plant store and potting shed.
Restoration work includes the installation of floor to ceiling glazing to the southern elevations to retain the sea views along with works to provide flat outdoor spaces for outdoor seating.
The building is in the process of being let as a new café.
The nearby Grade II Temple, also designed by Mr Kendall, was originally built as a romantic ruin and shelter. The restored building will also be let as a café later this Spring.
The restoration work is part of the Black Rock Rejuvenation Project, being led by Brighton and Hove City Council, with funding from Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership.
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