Project
Voices from the Pepys
Client
WonKy Architecture
Location
Lewisham, London
Service
Engagement & Workshops
WonKy Architecture commissioned Archibeats CIC to lead an engagement programme at the Pepys Community Hub in Deptford. The key objectives of the commission looked to foster meaningful connections with the local community and within the Pepys Estate and giving a voice to young residents in future collaborative design improvements in their neighborhood.
The hope was to empower young residents to actively participate in this initiative, making their input a valuable part of the future proposals to be delivered by Wonky over the coming months.
Over the summer holidays Archibeats CIC delivered a series of workshops titled ‘Voices from the Pepys.’ These workshops were designed to encourage young people to share their views and aspirations for key areas around the Pepys Estate.
The aim was to upskill and empower children and young people from the Pepys community hub, with the hope that they will continue to actively contribute to shaping the spaces identified on the estate through their participation in future co-design opportunities.
PARTNERS
SERVICESPROVIDED
Architectural Exploration: Organised a walk exploring the surrounding neighbourhood where young participants engaged in fun learning.
Skills Development: All participants gained access to 5 core skills including Architectural analysis, design, Model making, Digital Media & Production
Exhibition of work: An opportunity for young people to present the work produced during summer programme ensuring confidence and self esteem is developed in front of our partners, community leaders and the community.
PROJECTIMPACT
Empowerment: The young participants gained new skills and confidence, enabling them to explore opportunities to voice their ideas.
Creative Outputs: The program resulted in original art, architectural models, and 3d visualisations of proposed ideas using softwares like sketchup and illustrator.
Community Dialogue: The project streamlined dialogue between young people and our client igniting their views, aspirations, and concerns for the future development of the Pepys Estate.
THEHIGHLIGHTS
Innovative Collaboration: The project involved partnerships with Architects, youth organisations and the local stakeholders while ensuring young voices are heard.
Bridging the gap: Young people developed confidence and trust with our client. The projects success was built on listening and acting on ideas generated by young people.
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