Readers Debate Carmody Groarke's Adaptive Reuse of London Textile Workshop
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Rheanna Hopkins
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Summary
Readers discuss Carmody Groarke's adaptive reuse project, converting a former textile workshop into an office block in London. The studio added a steel-clad extension to the 1970s brick structure, sparking mixed reactions from commenters.
Key quotes
· 3 pulled"Always a fan of adaptive reuse"
"Intelligent, subtle and elegant" wrote David Foster
"It strikes a visual contrast," noted another commenter
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