Project 2184
Walworth Town Hall
The refurbishment of a Grade II-listed former town hall, library and museum following significant fire damage in 2013 repurposed to house workspaces for independent creatives. The site comprises several 19th and 20th-century public buildings with basements.
Location
London Borough of Southwark
Client
General Projects & Southwark Council
Architect
Feix&Merlin Architects
Status
Complete (2024)
GIA
4,645m²
Feature
Key features
Research-led approach
An extensive suite of investigations was carried out to establish the structural form and condition of the varying buildings.
Infilling and extending
The site is being extended and infilled in various places to maximise public facilities.
Reinstating former viewing gallery
The former council chambers viewing gallery is being reinstated below a clear spanning exposed timber trussed roof.
Enhancing accessibility
The internal configuration is designed to optimise practical and accessible circulation across the heritage buildings.
Photography by Feix&Merlin and Chris Wharton
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