Peckham observatory

Studio Cooke Fawcett has created a new viewing gallery and kiosk for Bold Tendencies, an arts space on the top of a multi-storey car park in Peckham, London.

Cooke Fawcett has created a new viewing gallery and kiosk for Bold Tendencies, the arts space on top of a multi-storey car park in Peckham, London. The 3.5 meters-wide raised platform spans the entire width of the car park, with its steel support beams cantilevered at both ends. Two staircases at either side provide an elevated promenade and on the northern tip the balustrade position at the half-landing provides unencumbered views of the city.

The deck and steps are made of full-width hardwood timber decking, and three areas of custom-designed benches and sun-loungers are planned. Timber handrails on the upper level are angled to provide natural places to lean and rest, hosting the artwork and activities taking place on the roof of the car park, with Frank’s Bar at the far end. Nestled underneath the steelwork is a timber-framed box painted in dark blue. This kiosk will provides Bold Tendencies with much-needed space for staff, serving as an information point, ticket booth and shop. It also acts as a hub for the Bold Everywhere educational programme.