倫敦商場|Covent Garden 柯芬園
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Key Facts
開幕年份:1980 年
歷史擁有者:貝德福德家族(Bedford Estate)
現今主要開發與經營者:Capco – Capital & Counties Properties PLC(Capco)
Covent Garden 背景介紹
從修道院菜園到果菜市集
Covent Garden 最早是西敏寺修道院的菜園,因 16 世紀宗教改革而轉為世俗產權,後由貴族家族取得。區域內逐漸聚集起販售蔬果花卉的小型攤販,形成了初步的果菜市場雛型,成為當地人日常生活的重要場域,也奠定了日後商業聚集與空間交流的基礎氛圍。
英國第一個規劃式城市廣場
17 世紀初,土地持有者——貝德福德家族(Bedford Estate)為改善環境與提升地區形象,邀請英國建築史上重要人物伊尼戈·瓊斯(Inigo Jones)規劃整體空間,設計出英國首個參考義大利文藝復興風格的公共廣場。這項創舉不僅形塑了 Covent Garden 的歷史地位,也開啟了「可設計的商業街區」先例,是現代城市商業空間雛型的代表。
從果菜市場轉型為文化觀光商場典範
直到 20 世紀,Covent Garden 仍是倫敦主要的果菜批發市場,但因市區壅塞與物流需求,1974 年市場功能遷移,原址則被完整保留並重整。1980 年開幕的全新 Covent Garden 成為倫敦第一個結合歷史建築保存、品牌零售、市集手作與街頭藝人的多功能商業空間,也開啟了英國城市「歷史空間活化與商業共構」的新典範,至今仍是觀光與商業並重的經典案例。
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特色介紹
Apple Market:從果菜市場到手工藝文化地標
自 17 世紀以來,柯芬園便是倫敦著名的果菜市場所在地。雖然批發業務於 1974 年遷移至南岸的 Nine Elms(今新柯芬園市場),但原有的市場建築得以保存,並於 1980 年整修後轉型為以手工藝品為主的零售市集,即今日的 Apple Market。這裡是倫敦少數兼具歷史脈絡與創意產業活力的重要場域。
Since the 17th century, Covent Garden has been known as London’s central fruit and vegetable market. Although wholesale operations relocated to Nine Elms (now New Covent Garden Market) in 1974, the original market buildings were preserved. In 1980, the site was refurbished and transformed into a retail craft market, now known as Apple Market. It remains one of the few places in London where historical heritage and a vibrant creative industry coexist.
Jubilee Market:多元與社區經營的展現
Jubilee Market 位於南廣場,由當地商販集資持有與經營,展現強烈社區參與特色。市集依日更換主題,融合地方經濟與創意產業,成為結合歷史建築與現代商業的典範。
Located in the South Piazza, Jubilee Market is owned and operated by local traders, reflecting strong community involvement. The market changes themes daily, blending local economy with the creative industry, exemplifying the fusion of historic architecture and modern commerce.
藝術表演與皇家歌劇院的共存舞台
柯芬園以街頭藝人聞名,廣場常見現場音樂、雜耍與戲劇演出,吸引遊客駐足。區內同時擁有皇家歌劇院(Royal Opera House),為英國頂尖的歌劇與芭蕾表演場所,定期上演世界級的經典作品。從街頭即興到殿堂級演出,柯芬園呈現多層次的文化魅力。
Covent Garden is renowned for its vibrant street performers, including live music, juggling, and theatrical acts that draw crowds daily. It is also home to the Royal Opera House, one of the UK's premier venues for opera and ballet, featuring world-class performances. From spontaneous shows to elite productions, Covent Garden reflects a rich spectrum of cultural life.
高端品牌與獨立設計品牌共存
Covent Garden 為英國少數能成功結合高端精品(如 Chanel 香水、Mulberry)與獨立文創品牌(如 Tatty Devine、The Moomin Shop)的購物區。這種多元的商業配置,使柯芬園兼具精緻時尚與個人化創意,吸引不同層次的消費者與品牌進駐。
Covent Garden is one of the few shopping districts in the UK that successfully integrates luxury brands—such as Chanel fragrances and Mulberry—with independent cultural and creative labels like Tatty Devine and The Moomin Shop. This diverse retail mix combines refined fashion with personalized creativity, attracting a wide range of consumers and brands.
園藝文化與生活風格的延續表現
延續歷史上的花卉市場傳統,Covent Garden 吸引園藝生活品牌如 Petersham Nurseries 進駐,結合花藝、美食與家居商品。其店內空間展現歐式慢活哲學,並強調自然、永續與美感的生活體驗。
Echoing its historical role as a flower market, Covent Garden now hosts lifestyle and horticultural brands like Petersham Nurseries, blending floristry, cuisine, and home goods. The space promotes a European slow-living aesthetic, emphasizing nature, sustainability, and design sensibility.
歷史建築與現代用途的完美融合
柯芬園的市場大樓由建築師查爾斯·福勒於 1830 年設計,為早期鋼鐵與玻璃建築代表之一,至今仍是地區核心。歷史建築與現代商業使用共存,展現英國對古蹟空間活化與再利用的成熟經驗。
Designed in 1830 by architect Charles Fowler, the Covent Garden Market Building is one of the early examples of steel-and-glass construction and remains the heart of the district. The seamless integration of heritage architecture and modern commerce exemplifies the UK's expertise in adaptive reuse of historic spaces.
(資料來源:吉客 iChic & ChatGPT 彙整)
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