Exhibition
Deptford Update is an exhibition of drawings and models accompanied by a programme of events showcasing emerging public realm projects in Deptford and North Lewisham.
Commissioned by Design for London in partnership with London Borough of Lewisham, the exhibition includes: an urban plan for Deptford Creekside, proposals for the Kender Triangle in New Cross Gate, improved pedestrian connections along Deptford Church Street and a series of speculative housing proposals by students from the Accademia di Architettura, Mendrisio, Switzerland.
A specially-commissioned wall mural will present all of the projects in context including the LB Lewisham led Deptford and New Cross Links programme. Visitors will be invited to comment on the proposals which will be reviewed by DfL and LB Lewisham.
Part of the gallery is being set up as a meeting room available free of charge to local organisations. Events planned include a heritage walk, design workshops, a two day design charrette lead by Creative Process building on the successful charrette event from June 2008 [http://www.designforlondon.gov.uk/uploads/media/Deptford_Creekside_Charrette_Report.pdf] and design crits for architecture students working in the area. A library of books about urban design that have influenced the projects will be available with fresh coffee being served. A heritage talk-and-walk by Edmund Bird and Creek walks hosted by the Creekside Trust will give further background to the proposals on show.
The exhibition is intended to invite debate on the design ambitions for the area amongst the local community, key players from the private and public sector and designers involved in shaping London’s public realm.
Exhibition designed by:
David Kohn Architects
Contributors include:
Deptford Creekside Charrette Team
Studio Sergison at the Accademia di Architettura, Mendrisio, Switzerland
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Witherford Watson Mann Architects
David Kohn Architects