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Cooke Fawcett Revitalizes Cockpit Deptford Studios with Design

December 30, 20242 Mins Read
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Transforming Hidden Spaces into Vibrant Public Hubs

Cooke Fawcett, a local architecture studio, has reimagined Cockpit Deptford, a makers’ space in South London, with community engagement and accessibility at its core. This revamp enhances the visibility of the site while preserving its role as a creative hub for jewellers, woodworkers, and metalworkers.

A Bold Transformation

For over 20 years, Cockpit has provided affordable studio spaces within a 1960s office building. However, a 3.5-metre boundary wall obscured its vibrant activities from the local community. To address this:

  • The wall was partially removed, replaced by a meshed entrance gate, creating a welcoming façade.
  • The building exterior was upgraded with perforated metal panels, referencing the site’s light industrial heritage.

Ground Floor Revamp

While the upper floors retained their 60 studios, the ground floor underwent significant changes to include:

  • A café and visitor foyer to invite public interaction.
  • An education room for local school programs.
  • A new workshop outbuilding, extending the site’s functionality.

Connecting with the Street

Studio co-founder Oliver Cooke highlighted the project’s success in connecting Cockpit to its surroundings, turning the previously uninviting site into an open and engaging space for passersby.

Celebrating Craft and History

The design incorporates Cockpit’s creative talent and local history:

  • Craft Garden: Designed by Sebastian Cox, this garden features rubble beds from the dismantled wall and plants like willow and madder, used in traditional crafts.
  • Amber Khokar’s Mural: Over 1,000 hand-glazed tiles celebrate local history and heroes, replacing the deteriorating Love Over Gold mural tied to Dire Straits’ legacy.

Future-Proofing the Space

Sustainability played a key role in the redesign:

  • An air-source heat pump was installed in the new wood studios.
  • Passive ventilation and oversized radiators prepare the main building for future energy-efficient upgrades.

A Legacy of Creative Hubs

Situated in the Deptford and New Cross Creative Enterprise Zone, one of London’s first affordable workspaces for artists, Cockpit’s transformation aligns with the city’s vision to support creative industries.

Cooke Fawcett’s redesign of Cockpit Deptford bridges the gap between creativity and community, creating a space where makers can thrive while fostering stronger connections with the local area.

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