Since the 1970s the Vale of Health in Hampstead dramatically evolved from a stretch of field to a paradise of the senses, through the introduction of overgrown trees creating varied light intensities and a diverse soundscape.

The building aims to revive the existing Vale of Health community to escape the urban life of Central London and enter a journey into the unknown. The space challenges the senses by transporting the user between nature and urban life.

The journey is centred around the context of the Vale of Health forest by simulating different environments from the underground to the canopy’s of the tree tops.

‘Instrument of the Vale’ captures the ever-evolving soundscapes of the Vale of Health in Hampstead. The building cuts a pathway through the woodland site to Hampstead Pond from the main road, from the sound of noise pollution to the sounds of nature.

As one descends the site, the sounds of the forest wash out the urban noise, offering a welcome reprieve at the pond's edge. Pockets of space emerge between the trees, where there are contemplation spaces, listening rooms and a recital hall.

'Steps Back' is a physiotherapy rehabilitation centre in Hawley Road, Camden. The project develops the idea of an active landscape for the building's architecture as well as for repairing the body.

This project aims to encourage and promote a healthier habitual response to physiotherapy. It consists of a private therapy room, an open landscape, and an inclusive climbable feature wall.

Following the division of larger properties into smaller units, residents of Camden are losing essential areas for gathering. ‘Inn-Version’ is a project that seeks to regain gathering places in the public realm of Camden.

‘Fragmental Viability’ is a lost and found site located on Baynes Street in Camden for local inhabitants. The idea of this project is to convey the memories of lost items.

This is a versatile and interchangeable site where items can start a new life. This site will also act as a safe space for people who require a short-term place to stay until their transport arrives, or until they feel safe to leave.

‘Ascension’ is a shelter for women in dangerous situations. It provides a safe haven for women out in public at night who would like to remove themselves from the streets of Camden if there is potential danger.

Tackling the theme of thresholds, the project works with three concepts: physical, exchange and transitory thresholds. This project explores the transition between protected privacy, the semi-private and the communal/public.

‘The Guiding Orchestra’ is a multi-faith building where people engage with spirituality and the inner self, initiating moments of isolation. The project offers a respite from London’s hectic atmosphere by creating a space for contemplation.

The core of the project deals with light intensity. From darkness towards light, one is guided by the oculus in the building as visitors reach the top floor. This allows for a connection between the interior and exterior.

‘Contested Spaces’ looks into the ownership of space. It is often found to be a subconscious process which is determined by a set of factors. These factors can include law, accessibility, predator or prey, and who declares ownership.

These concepts take place in and around the site. They are governed by the actions of the occupants of the space. The spatial dimension of the project extends to all areas in and around the site which can be occupied.

There will be an evolution in the ownership and occupation of space.

The project is situated in Hampstead. The building provides a space for reading books and a place where anyone can rest and relax.

The building will help alleviate stress and attract more people to the community. The building brings light inside through a roof that changes throughout the day, allowing tired people to feel more at home.