AGNEW
ARCHITECTURE
URBAN
FARM
A study of the modern day relationship between food and consumers, this project seeks to place a transparent lens between the urban community of Shoreditch and their source of food.
Nominated for the RIBA Bronze Medal 2022
Awarded Design and Craftsmanship Award 2022 & featured on Dezeen
LOCATION
Shoreditch, London
ACADEMIC YEAR
Year 2, Term 3
In modern times the relationship we have with food is largely anonymous with a reliance on unsustainable food production systems that exists out of sight and mind; diminishing how people value their food. This proposal aims to establish a transparent relationship with how food is grown in the inner workings of urban Shoreditch, London. It offers a solution for securing future food supplies and production, through the use of innovative technologies and optimizing land-use within an urban setting.
East Elevation
South Elevation
West Elevation
North Elevation
Timber Connections
Vertical Hydroponic Rotisserie
Marketplace
Garden Terrace
Hydroponic Farming
Research Labatory
Community Kitchens
Vertical rotisserie farming
The rotisserie farming system allows for functionality and universal accessibility. Plant exposure to natural sunlight is optimised as well as the minimal space of the site. The hydroponic farming method uses 80% less water than traditional farming methods.
Marketplace
From farmer to consumer. Food miles are removed, cutting out the need to transport produce.
Beehives
The natural wilding of the roof provides the necessary forage for bees to thrive.
Cross laminated timber construction
Photovoltaic glass panelling