Two building projects for the London Borough of Enfield have been shortlisted in this year’s Pineapple Awards scheme. Accoding to The Developer the Pineapples seek to recognise excellence in placemaking and urban renewal in the built environment, from community engagement to public space.
The following details (below) have been reproduced from thedeveloper.live website:
Fore Street Living Room Library, Enfield – London Borough of Enfield with Jan Kattein Architects
Funded by the Greater London Authority’s Good Growth Fund, the library and a disused garage yard have been transformed into a Living Room, affordable workspaces, public realm improvements and a school street. Elevated reading nooks and heavy curtains for privacy encourage a stronger relationship with reading. Increased opening hours and an events programme intend to bring local groups together.
The Dugdale Arts Centre, Enfield – London Borough of Enfield with Dallas-Pierce-Quintero
Born out of meanwhile activation spaces due to the pandemic and the Build-the-Change initiative, the retrofit for The Dugdale Arts Centre is designed to be adaptable and welcoming. Home to the Museum of Enfield, the Black Box theatre and a new cafe, the space is culturally valuable and inclusive, with work spaces and a number of clubs running activities.