SeaSpace has unveiled a new coastal street art mural at an iconic Newquay landmark.

It has been created in collaboration with local artist and teacher Phil Strugnell.

The mural, which stretches 11 by 8 metres across the side wall of the former Sands Resort building, is part of the aparthotel's aim to establish a creative future.

After taking over the site in 2023, the SeaSpace team was keen to keep its waymarker status alive, while introducing a new chapter with a reimagined pop of colour.

Alison Payne, SeaSpace community and partnerships manager, took the lead in the mural project and enlisted the help of Mr Strugnell.

As head of art at Newquay Tretherras School, the artist’s ideas aligned with SeaSpace’s vision for an inspiring representation of the coastal art movement.

He planned a mural to capture a sense of movement, flow, and vibrant energy to mirror the surrounding environment.

However, the painting process was not straightforward.

In poor conditions, Mr Strugnell and his assistant John Bevan worked for close to 100 hours on a high rig of scaffolding.

They went through 20 stages of design before even putting paint to brickwork.

(Image: SeaSpace)

Alison Payne said: "Right back at the beginning, with the first visualisations of the SeaSpace concept all the way to bringing it to life today, we’ve wanted to forge strong connections to the community.

"We’re thrilled to have been able to work with the Porth-based artist and well-respected local figure Phil Strugnell — it’s a perfect partnership — and the final product is really special."

Mr Strugnell said: "SeaSpace is keen to be part of the community here, so working at the local secondary school, being involved with many cultural events around Newquay, and thankfully, the team at SeaSpace liking my style and visual language, all meant I was a good fit for the brief.

"It’s such an iconic building, so I wanted to do that justice, while reimagining it for what SeaSpace is set to be.

"I’m stoked with the result."

The mural is the first in a series of creative events that SeaSpace plans to run and contribute to as it opens its doors for the first time.

SeaSpace CEO, Ben Harper, said: "With its bold colour and vibrant feel, the mural really sets the tone for our ambition to shape a bold, vibrant new chapter at SeaSpace and put the venue back on the map for the Cornish community.

"We can’t wait to welcome everyone this autumn."

For more information, visit sea.space.