St John's Church, London (UK)

 “Why aren’t community spaces representing the diversity of our city?”

Introduction

The purpose of this scheme is to provide a contemporary design that does not overshadow St John’s Church’s artistic value, while also creating an oasis within the context of the site.

Past perspective | Archival photograph showing the original St John’s Church in its earlier architectural form.

Approach

Within the step-down of the roof lies a familiar language of pitch and an opening of its front mouth toward the views of the site, while pinching the form at the rear.

 

Contemporary Design and Landscape-Integrated Architecture

Site context | Aerial map showing the location of St John’s Church.
Site highlight | Aerial map with marked location.

Credits

  • Architectural Design Team: Remi C.T. Studio
  • Location: Leytonstone, London (UK)
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