Koko

Housed in an ornate Grade II-listed building, Koko has a long history and dazzling reputation as one of London's most iconic music venues and indie clubs. It's hosted everyone from Madonna to the Sex Pistols and Grace Jones to Price. Now, after six years of planning and three years of building – during which workers have had to deal with a fire and water damage – it's re-opening next year with a massive £70m restoration. The re-development will see four new spaces open to the public, including the original theatre, the Fly Tower venue, a new shop and DJ space, and a late-night pizzeria and tap bar for intimate performances
. Exciting stuff.