Next Project

The Silvertown Winery

Part 1 Project 2017
Cecile Christmann
 Central Saint Martins, UAL | UK
A winery in Silvertown acts as a threshold between two worlds, the one of the disused industrial land and the one of the new sprawling masterplans producing generic buildings. It provides a production and cultural programme for the city as well. Not only does it foster employment in the area, but it also brings knowledge and craftsmanship.

Tutor(s)
Alicja Borkowska
2017
Site analysis / The industrial nature of the site
Urban strategies shown in plan
View from pedestrian entrance towards the winery and the rehabilitated ruin. Vineyards, former industries and new masterplans are cohabitating
Conviviality at the table. Wine is a product made to be shared. After a harvest, during the production, etc., it is a catalyst for bringing new communities together
The neighbourhood’s terrace are being treated as a potential for expanding the vineyards. It brings more green area to the mid-rise buildings, but it also provide the residents with an outdoor activity
Harvest is the perfect example for a communal activity that brings together people and that create a relationship between them and the land. Here, unused spaces at Pontoon Dock DLR Station are covered with vines, adding an identity to the territory
Collage showing the programme of the winery. Production takes place in the long section on the ground floor, while activities such as tastings or restauration take place on the first floor, with river views on the southern part. The wine is stored and age
Sections and plans
Exploded isometric showing the programme
• Page Hits: 2885         • Entry Date: 24 July 2017         • Last Update: 24 July 2017