Take a modernist piece architecture and a London borough’s commitment to its’ libraries and you get an iconic landmark. This project tells the story of 60 years of Swiss Cottage Library from the perspective of librarians, library users, an architect and a historian.
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Explore 100 years of the highs and lows of Katherine Lowe Settlement, a community centre in Battersea, which has been woven into the lives of generations of Battersea residents as well as campaigning on local and national issues, it has become a lifeline for all ages.
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Hear stories from the early pioneering Panjabis who migrated to Southall in the 1950s and 60s, bringing with them fascinating traditions, culture and music but also working and fighting hard to establish rights in the face of racial inequality and injustice.
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Residents of Islington ad Shoreditch talk to their neighbours about living in a variety of their housing association properties. Interviews with architects and housing association staff deliver a wider view of housing issues and how they are dealt with.
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The Alexandra and Ainsworth Estate is a prime example of the idealism of 1960s Camden and of the ‘brutalist’ architecture that characterised it. Hear from architect Neave Brown and residents about the history of the construction of the estate and of people’s experiences living there.
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Playing on the streets, the industry, changing housing, with several generations of families living in the area while also seeing shifting populations. There are wonderful tales here of the warmth and challenges of this South London neighbourhood.
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Golborne Ward in London's North Kensington, an area of poverty, creativity, visionary political activism and music, from reggae to punk and Carnival. We explore this wonderful neighbourhood through the eyes, ears and experiences of its residents.
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The squats, playing on the streets, swimming in the canals. The poor housing and campaigns for better conditions, the riots and shifting populations, and even a declaration of independence from the rest of the UK. Find out more from the people who were (and are) there!
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Sitting on the River Thames in West London is Eel Pie Island, home to incredible music history from the Rolling Stones to The Who, an assortment of eccentrics, boatyards and a rowing club. Hear stories from music fans and an eclectic mix of residents.
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This iconic area of London was once scheduled to be completely flattened by developers. Hear the stories of the people who resisted, the council tenants, architects and Tory grandees who formed an unlikely alliance to save the area from destruction.
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London’s covered and street markets have been the scene of countless stories played out to the soundtrack of stall holders calling out their wares. In five projects we explore the history of stall holders and customers at some of London's most famous markets.
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