The idea to host a competition was proposed by the residents of the Pullens Tenants and Residents Association. We wanted to invite designers to work with local residents in order to propose ideas for the public realm. We are not opposed to change, we want to knit new and old together at the edge of the Elephant & Castle Masterplan so that both existing and new residents can benefit.
Of all of the aspects of living on the estate the most neglected aspect is the public realm – we are looking to you to provide ideas about how to make proposals that deal with the congestion and lack of amenities as well as presenting provocative contemporary ideas that help reinforce an identity for the area and all of the residents who live and work here.
The design of our buildings and the model for living and working that is established here is unique and exemplary in London. The rich history of the Pullens is documented on this site. Through residents’ actions at various times during its history the Pullens has been saved from demolition, hosted many social and cultural events and is now awarded Conservation status. So before you start to come up with ideas we invite you to come and see it at first hand. Through registration with the Architecture Foundation we will be inviting you to visit both public and private spaces in the Pullens.
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