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MICHAL BONCZA tracks down some of the more radical events from the many listed in Boundaries, the theme of this month's London Festival of Architecture
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FOR the last 15 years throughout June, the London Festival of Architecture has been bringing together hundreds of free events, ranging from exhibitions, debates, guided tours, family days and art performances with participants from all over the world.
There’s something for everyone and Brixton Boundaries is as good a place as any to start. It’s an immersive installation by local design and architecture studios which explores the everyday experience of the area’s boundaries, which provide a sense of security but also form barriers to growth and inclusion.
Drawing on a community workshop with local people, it highlights the creative ways to break them down.The Department Store, 248 Ferndale Road, Brixton SW9, until June 16, brixtonboundaries.com.
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