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Southwyck House
​1972-81

Magda Borowiecka for Lambeth Borough Council

Lambeth


Imposing social housing block in central Brixton designed by Magda Borowiecka of Lambeth Borough Council. The fortress-like design was used to protect against noise and pollution from the planned six lane highway to run alongside it. The roadway plan was dropped, and after becoming notorious for crime in the 1980s, the block was given a £5 million facelift and redevelopment. 

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