671-679 Old Kent Road
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Existing KFC site transformed with student housing, commercial space and a Pocket Park
Diversifying the mix of uses in the area, this student housing scheme of 267 rooms aims to kick start regeneration within the Old Kent Road Masterplan.
The constrained island site called for a slender and elegant building form creating an opportunity to contrast with the emerging context. By using a light and finely detailed palette the scheme offers relief in terms of height and architectural expression to offer a new landmark for the neighbourhood. Commercial space activates the ground floor facing onto Old Kent Road.
To the east, the building frames a new Pocket Park, linking neighbouring public spaces to offer green amenity for students as well as the local community. By retaining all the existing trees and setting the building back from the street, the scheme transforms the car dominated site into a welcoming pedestrian and cycle priority environment.
