London based Practice dsdha were chosen from a strong shortlist to work with St Anne’s Sure Start Community Centre Steering Group.

dsdha were selected after a formal interview and were very proactive at the public consultation exercise involving local people in design led activities.

The new centre was to be a base for people to meet and have refreshments, where children could play and be looked after, and where advice is on hand. In addition the new building was to be a base for health clinics, parent support groups, and general community activities.

Awards

• RIBA Award 2008
  
• European Union Mies van der Rohe Award, 2009 - Nominated
• Chicago Atheneaum International Architecture Award for the Best New Global Design - 2009