Architects have published CGI renditions, showing how a future tourist attraction and community space will look.
The directors of the future Victor Hugo Centre say they have reached two "major milestones" in one week.
They signed a Letter of Exclusivity agreement with the States of Guernsey meaning the project can officially go ahead in the former States Office Building on North Esplanade up to the end of September 2024, and DLM Architects have published the concept art.
Chair of the Victor Hugo Project, Larry Malcic, says he is pleased with progress so far:
“Securing this agreement is a significant step for the project as we can move forward with more certainty.
We hope the visualisation will create a buzz around the initiative and demonstrate our ambitions for the Centre.
We believe the Centre will be a significant addition to the cultural and social life of the island as well as a gateway attraction for tourists and visitors bringing associated economic benefits.”
There will be three separate sections in the building: a performance and event space on the ground floor, a museum on the first floor, and a learning hub for students on the top floor.
A focal point will be a physical model of Guernsey with built-in intelligence to explain details to visitors.
The images also reveal how the project directors aim to revitalise the North Plantation area, with a public plaza.
Larry Malcic, Mark Thompson, Tony Gallienne, Gordon Dawes, Isabelle Edward and Henry Freeman are leading the project.
Victor Hugo is a world-renowned author, poet and playwright who came to live in Guernsey in 1855.
Whilst in exile from France, he settled in St Peter Port for 15 years, during which he wrote many famous works, including The Toilers of the Sea.
Since leaving the island in 1870 Victor Hugo has remained an iconic part of Guernsey history - with his home, Hauteville House, and several statues around the island commemorating his time in the Bailiwick.
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