Virgin Money is a bank located at 83 George Street, EH2 3ES; I chose it because of its location and structure.

Location: George Street is one of the main streets in Edinburgh's new town, beside Princes Street, known for its multicultural fusion of food and lodging experiences; there are many hotels and restaurants from different countries on both sides, providing the customer with a novelty experience. Ideally, I place my Chinese Cultural Centre on George Street because more customers just walking by could be attracted to the shop by putting it there. Because it is located on a street famous for its multicultural atmosphere, it will only stand out with its characteristics.

Structure: When I reach the site, its giant shopfront attracts me, and the glass facade gives customers a sense of transparency. The ground floor of the building is an opened space, which is very in line with my theme and is also an excellent carrier of both the exhibit and dining area; when it comes to the back of the ground floor, a mezzanine was set up, creating a private areas. The first floor is a broader space that gives the site a unique sense of opening and welcoming.

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