Material Cultures and Studio Gil Build Sustainable Community Hub in London
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Jon Astbury
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Summary
Design studio Material Cultures and architecture practice Studio Gil have utilized local, bio-based, and recycled materials to construct a community food-growing hub in London. The project, located at the Wolves Lane Centre in Wood Green, Haringey, features three structures on a historically significant horticultural site.
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· 2 pulledDesign studio Material Cultures and architecture practice Studio Gil have used a mix of local, bio-based and recycled materials to create a home for a community food-growing hub in London.
A trio of structures were completed for the Wolves Lane Centre in Wood Green, Haringey, on a site used for horticultural activities since the 17th century.
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