Southwark Council

Mowat & Company won the project through an Architecture Foundation competition. The objective of the scheme was to be desirable, distinctive and respond to the local context.

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Bermondsey Abbey, Circa 1790

Bermondsey Abbey, Circa 1790

 
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A new visual landmark for the residents and the wider community was created through our design, which responds to the larger neighbouring buildings and incorporates a ground floor commercial unit.

 
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Bermondsey Abbey, Circa 1790

Bermondsey Abbey, Circa 1790

 
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The architect has created an excellent standard of accommodation with 100% dual aspect flats with generous internal floorspace and external terraces, and thoughtful layouts.
— Gordon Adams , Senior Planner, LB Southwark, 2012
 
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This project won a RIBA Regional Award and Brick Award in 2012.

 
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Adapting historic gaps in the city is a good way to protect the greenbelt and provide more housing, here are some similar projects to explore:

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