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Can you reimagine an existing workspace to create privacy and togetherness? Work has commenced on Woodberry Works, a refurbishment project for Hackney Co-operative Developments.  The proposal, which was made possible by an affordable workspace grant from the London Borough of Hackney, includes 14 brand-new, flexible, and affordable workspaces, a shared meeting room and a new rationalised kitchenette and toilet arrangement. The existing workspace offered good quality naturally lit perimeter offices but had an underutilised central space, leading to increased business rates costs and an uninviting and impersonal atmosphere. Furthermore the central services core, comprising toilets, a reception away from the entrance, and storage, occupied more space than necessary. [Y/N] Studio collaborated closely with fabricators MILK Furniture to develop a modular and flexible timber partition system that will facilitate the creation of the new units and expedite the installation process. In contrast to a conventional full-height plasterboard partition, an exposed frame solution of sawn timber is proposed, clad on one side with translucent and durable profiled polycarbonate. This unique framework presents an opportunity for display and customisation by tenants, while a central spine wall composed of back-to-back plywood shelves offers conventional storage to units. The project is scheduled for completion in March 2025 and will welcome tenants the month after. Woodberry Works Location: Woodberry Down, Hackney, London, UK Type: Work Space Size: 712m2 Client: Hackney Co-operative Developments CIC Status: Construction Date: 2024-2025 Collaborators: Architect: [Y/N] Studio Project Team: Alex Smith, INAS EL FERKHSI, Elena Gruber Main Contractor: @Jeffreys Construction Fabricators: Milk Furniture Building Control: Complete Building Control Ltd Funding:  London Borough of Hackney, Affordable Workspace Fund

2024 has been kind to us. We worked on some lovely new projects with new clients and gained more industry recognition for our completed work. See you all again in 2025.

Can a playframe for children also function as a site specific art installation? Dulwich Picture Gallery, the world’s oldest purpose-built art gallery, houses an impressive collection of Old Master paintings. Our approach to “reimaging play” involves creating engaging and interactive art that positively impacts the community and enhances the gallery experience. Designed by Sir John Soane, the gallery features neoclassical arches which are playfully referenced in the proposal. Artists use perspective techniques to create depth and manipulate perspective for dramatic or disorienting effect while Play, an enjoyable activity, varies based on individual perspectives. Our installation, “playspective,” merges a 21st-century three-dimensional interpretation of perspective tricks with a co-designed play frame for younger visitors. _______________________________________ Reimagining Play at Dulwich Picture Gallery Location: Dulwich Picture Gallery, London, UK  Type: Culture, learn, Size: 40m2 Client: London Festival of Architecture Status: Competition Date: 2024 Collaborators: Architects: [Y/N] Studio Structural Engineer: Format Engineers

Bradbury Works is part of Open House 2024. On Saturday 14th September [Y/N] Studio director Alex Smith will be giving two tours. Numbers are limited. Check out the lisiting here. https://lnkd.in/eRnmUy4V

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Bradbury Works has been nominated for an AJ Retrofit and Reuse Awards in the Positive Addition (Under £5m) category. You can read more on the AJ website. https://lnkd.in/ezcK3Ha7 Bradbury Works Location: Dalston, London Type: Commercial, Workspace, Refurbishment Size: 1578m2 Client: Hackney Co-operative Developments CIC Status: Built Date: 2017 - 2022 Collaborators Architect: [Y/N] Studio Project Team: Alex Smith Maegan Icke Ayse Çağın Bailey Elena Gruber Roxani T. Carolina Borgatti Ezmira Peraj, Ainhoa Valle Osorio Main Contractor: Vortex Simon Black Project Management: HELIOS PROJECT MANAGEMENT LIMITED David Crofts Structural engineer: Engenuiti Nathan Wheatley Kath Hannigan John Bailiss M&E consultant: Thornley & Lumb Partnership Ltd Martin Thornley Mike Mayhew Quantity surveyor: @Beacon Project Services (UK) Ltd Stephen Baker Planning Consultant: JMS Planning & Development Ltd Collaborating Architect: Hawkins\Brown Russell Brown – initial stages only. Interior Design / Signage: [Y/N] Studio Heritage Consultant: KMHeritage Daylight and Sunlight: SCHROEDERS BEGG (UK) LLP Additional Funding: Greater London Authority (under The Local Enterprise Partnership for London), Rae Whittow-Williams Jamie Dean Unity Trust Bank, London Borough Of Hackney Council Photography is by Dom French FRENCH+TYE

BIG news! Bradbury Works has won a RIBA National award. One of only 26 winners this year. We are over the moon. Well done to the team. You can read more on the RIBA website. https://lnkd.in/emZRHaDj Bradbury Works Location: Dalston, London Type: Commercial, Workspace, Refurbishment Size: 1578m2 Client: Hackney Co-operative Developments CIC Anthonia Onigbode (FCCA) Status: Built Date: 2017 - 2022 Collaborators Architect: [Y/N] Studio Project Team: Alex Smith Maegan Icke Ayse Çağın Bailey Elena Gruber Roxani T. Carolina Borgatti Ezmira Peraj, Ainhoa Valle Osorio Main Contractor: Vortex Simon Black Project Management: HELIOS PROJECT MANAGEMENT LIMITED David Crofts Structural engineer: Engenuiti Nathan Wheatley Kath Hannigan John Bailiss M&E consultant: Thornley & Lumb Partnership Ltd Martin Thornley Mike Mayhew Quantity surveyor: Beacon Project Services (UK) Ltd Stephen Baker Planning Consultant: JMS Planning & Development Ltd Collaborating Architect: Hawkins\Brown Russell Brown – initial stages only. Interior Design / Signage: [Y/N] Studio Heritage Consultant: KMHeritage Daylight and Sunlight: SCHROEDERS BEGG (UK) LLP Additional Funding: Greater London Authority (under The Local Enterprise Partnership for London), Rae Whittow-Williams Jamie Dean Unity Trust Bank, London Borough Of Hackney Council Photography is by Dom French FRENCH+TYE

Can a pragmatic response to flood risk create a unique riverside home? [Y/N] Studio were asked to replace a dilapidated single storey bungalow to allow for the construction of a new holiday home on the banks of the river in Sunbury on Thames. Given its location flood risk prevented ground floor accommodation at the typical water level and the building was required to be considerate to the immediate context of small single storey homes. Our response is a single storey house positioned on stilts to provide beautiful views of the scenery while responding to unpredictable climactic conditions. The elevated ground floor level is set in line with the pavement at +10.0 meters to suit the flood risk requirements of the context while creating a riverside garden which is sunken below at +7.0m Internally, an open plan living space maximises the opportunity of the limited space available. Glazed partitions allow for a generous bedroom to be separated from the living space but ensure the desired riverside view. A glazed triple sliding door in the living space allows for 2/3 of the facade to open up towards the river increasing the connection from inside to out. _______________________________________ Riverside Home Location: Sunbury-on-Thames, UK Type: Residential Size: 51m2 Client: Confidential Status: Planning Date: 2022- Collaborators: Architect: [Y/N] Studio

Can a former department store be reimagined as a mixed-use framework and create new opportunities for the high street? A department store is a framework for retail. With large, flexible areas, it is designed to accommodate changing demands, supporting and enabling businesses and shoppers, working as both infrastructure and showcase. Our proposal develops this framework, to create the supporting infrastructure for Folkestone’s social, creative, and business communities. In a literal sense, we would retain the building’s structure and key elements (facade, staircase), creating flexible floor plates which can be divided and re-arranged to meet the requirements of changing occupiers. We would extend the framework upwards and outwards, continuing the grand staircase up to a new roof terrace, and creating a sheltered transition area between high street and facade. By removing some sections of floor plate internally, we can create voids and light wells, allowing light into the building, creating a hierarchy to support public and more private uses, and generating views through to different levels, encouraging people to explore. This approach aims to provide a structure that will support changing uses, on an annual, seasonal, weekly, or even daily basis. It retains the character of the building, with minimal, considered, efficient and elegant interventions that create an overarching structure and identity within which Folkstone’s creativity can thrive. _______________________________________ Folca Location: Folkestone, Kent Type: Public, Leisure, Cultural, Exhibition Size: 4740m2 Client: Folkestone & Hythe District Council Status: Competition Date: 2023 Collaborators Architects: [Y/N] Studio Alex Smith Elena Gruber Consultation lead / Interiors: Projects Office Ltd Structural Engineer: @bailissandco Services Engineer: MWL Financial Group Quantity Surveyor: @wearebandm_ b&m | Certified B Corp #ynstudioarchitects

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