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The nearly completed Rainham Station forecourt creates a welcoming arrival for train passengers and a point of orientation to discover Rainham’s historic village and the rich landscapes of Rainham Marshes and Thames Chase. A new hub is formed for both cyclists and walking enthusiasts providing improved way-finding to local walking networks and cycling routes. More info

Peckham Rye CO-DESIGN

What if: projects are leading the production of eight WEEKLY magazines that started as part of Peckham CoDesign. Produced with a team of local contributors these publications capture and present local intelligence and aspirations. WEEKLYs discuss a range of themes relevant to future developments and planning in the centre of Peckham. More Info

Mini Holland / Waltham Forest

We are developing strategies and site specific interventions that improve walking and cycle conditions and links between green spaces in an urban context. What if: projects have been commissioned by the London Borough of Waltham Forest to develop proposals as part of the ‘Mini Holland’ project that seek to transform challenging road infrastructure into lively, living support systems. More info

PLANNING with the Carpenters Neighourhood

What if: projects are working with the Carpenters Tenant Management Organisation, the Resident Steering Group, the local community, Andreas Lang (public works) and students from the Royal College of Art on improvements for the estate and the Greater Carpenters Neighbourhood. More info

Lamlash Street COMMUNITY GARDEN

In Elephant&Castle we are working with the Hayles TRA, Southwark and local stakeholders on the transformation of Lamlash Street into a community garden. Work will start on site soon. More info

PECKHAM / RYE LANE ORCHARD

Rye Lane Orchard is inspired by the work of Victorian social reformer and founder of the National Trust, Octavia Hill (1838-1912) who, a century earlier campaigned for open spaces in London. The orchard highlights the continued lack of access to green space in urban areas and explores opportunities for temporary greening of underutilised public spaces. MORE INFO

Shortlisted for New London Awards 2014
Finalist Sustainable Housing Community Influence Award 2014

HANOVER SCHOOL / TOWPATH GARDEN

Pupils at Hanover School have adopted a neglected stretch of land along the Regent's Canal, turning it into a garden. The project, developed in collaboration with the Canal&River Trust and Hanover School attracted Pocket Park funding and was constructed by carpenters in residence at the Crafts College.

Shortlisted for Canal and River Trust best project 2014
Winner, Team London Awards 2014

What if: projects selected for GLA/TfL Architecture, Design and Urbanism Panel
In October 2013 What if: projects were selected for the Greater London Authority (GLA) and Transport for London (TfL) Architecture, Design and Urbanism panel in the category Community Engagement and Local Regeneration. The panel will be used for City Hall and Transport for London contracts and is available for use by all public sector organisations in the capital.
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