198 Contemporary Arts and Learning

Location

England

London

Added area

662

m²

Completion

2021

Added storeys

Developer

198 Contemporary Arts & Learning

Architect

CarverHaggard

Collaborators

Dollman Ralston, Max Fordham LLP, Entuitive, TALL Engineers, Stockdale

Photos by

The Riba Journal

Awards

RIBA London Award 2022, Architects Journal Retrofit Award.

About

This arts centre reimagines its original 1960s structure by retaining concrete shop units and adding two timber-frame storeys. The extension features affordable workspaces and a light-filled studio, supporting community education and creative programs.

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Optopping with a timber frame not only adds functional space but also demonstrates a commitment to low-carbon, community-focused architecture.

Sustainability drives this project, with timber-framed storeys reducing embodied carbon by 70%. The reuse of existing foundations showcases how thoughtful design can blend innovation and conservation.

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