URBAN BIODIVERSITY
How do we increase biodiversity in an urban context?
How do we balance providing space for people against space for other nature?
Can we do that whilst reducing a city council’s maintenance costs?
COLLABORATION
In the heart of a Council Estate in South East London lies a corner, once deemed the ‘Badlands’ for its desolate appearance from weedkiller overuse. However, spurred by a shared vision of renewal, the community embarked on a journey to transform this neglected space into a flourishing haven for wildlife and people.
Fast forward four years, and the Badlands has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis. What was once a barren expanse now teems with life, thanks to the concerted efforts of dedicated residents. Wildflowers sway gently in the breeze, while trees offer their bounty to both humans and wildlife alike.
The biodiversity was celebrated and documented by local artist Felicitas Reichelt, through a cyanotype wall hanging, that was made to coincide with the annual meadow cut.
NATURAL BUILDING STUDIO 