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Briefs The project site is in Leyton in Waltham Forest, which is the home of people who make and create and the childhood home of William Morris – designer, poet, novelist, translator and social activist – whose childhood home nearby has been transformed into an arts and crafts gallery. We engaged in public consultation in collaboration with the council to better understand needs and aspirations of locals. Students then developed a community hub in Semester 1 based on the initial research. This project ties in with our QHT funded ‘Let’s Build’ live project with the support of Waltham Forest Council. In Semester 2 students explored their individually chosen ecology, including the interconnectivity of complex natural processes, with the aim of integrating these into the architectural concept ideas. A hybrid programme of co- living and small businesses with third sector enterprises, such as community interest companies and start-ups, was developed with the objective for creating social impact and economic synergies. Image by: Vilde S. Myrhau Perspective of Leyton Community Baking Proposal

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