Retail Outlet Pavilion situated in King's Cross undergoes operations
In the heart of London's vibrant Granary Square, a unique and temporary structure has emerged as part of the city's annual London Design Festival. The 'urban log cabin' pavilion, created by students during summer schools organised by STORE, a London and Rotterdam-based social enterprise, is a testament to creativity, innovation, and community engagement.
STORE, known for its community-driven projects, has been at the forefront of sustainable and creative urban design. The pavilion, serving as an interactive installation, challenges traditional notions of urban living, incorporating elements of sustainability, community engagement, and innovative design.
Designer and architects Theo Tan and Matt Lucraft spent a week with students investigating the concept of thresholds for the pavilion. The walls of the structure were made by students during a summer school run by architectural design studio Flimsy Works, while structural engineer Manja van de Worp ran a series of workshops on 'raising roofs' for the pavilion.
The pavilion is more than just a visual spectacle. It serves as a venue for public events during the London Design Festival and will remain until 22 September. The shop within the pavilion sells products made by students, providing them with royalties and offering a taste of the industry's business side.
STORE's approach extends beyond the pavilion. The enterprise conducts workshops, an After School Club, and public events to provide skills, confidence, and experience to underrepresented youth. STORE's mission is to help address social imbalance in design and architecture.
One such ambitious scheme is a creative community space in East London, designed and built by young people, local residents, and professional mentors. This project, like the urban log cabin, aligns with STORE's commitment to community engagement and creative urban design.
Tasmin Tabassum, one of STORE's Young Trustees, described the pavilion's assembly as slightly uncanny, like a dream. Kevin Green, a designer and STORE associate, sees the collaborative model as beneficial for local authorities for various creative projects.
For more specific information about the project, visitors are encouraged to check the official London Design Festival website or STORE's own publications. The urban log cabin in Granary Square is a must-visit for those interested in creative urban design and community-driven projects.
The urban log cabin in Granary Square, during the London Design Festival, serves as a platform for showcasing news about innovative design and community engagement. Additionally, STORE's mission to educate underrepresented youth extends beyond the pavilion, with plans for a creative community space in East London, focusing on education and lifestyle in design and architecture.
