Brixton

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Project • By Squire & Partners • Offices

The Department Store Studios

Squire & Partners have developed The Department Store Studios, a new four-storey contemporary workspace building adjacent to their award-winning offices at The Department Store in Brixton, London. The new development creates a platform for growing businesses with flexible workspaces – from individual desks to private studios – and a host of serviced social and meeting areas. The Studios is also home to a neighbourhood bar, restaurant and screening room.  Jack Hobhouse The crafted red brick building replaces a series of derelict annex structures from the 1970s, taking inspiration from the robust Edwardian aesthetic of The Department Store. Textured, snapped brickwork is offset by smooth concrete lintels that frame... More

News • News • 31 Jul 2020

Adjaye Associates honour the life of Cherry Groce with new memorial design in Brixton

In Windrush Square (Brixton, UK), Adjaye Associates has designed a memorial to honour the life and legacy of Cherry Groce, who was shot in her home by Metropolitan Police in front of her children on September 28, 1985. Paralyzed by the shooting, Cherry passed away as a direct result of her injuries in 2011. For the 35 years that followed the shooting, Cherry’s family and community have worked continuity together in the pursuit of truth, justice and better society.  The memorial is commissioned by the Cherry Groce Foundation. Courtesy Adjaye Associates Sir David Adjaye’s vision for the memorial aims to create awareness and understanding of the life, strength, and experience of Cherry Groce and her family. Cherry’... More