The Lower Clapton GP surgery, known locally as the Portico was voted Hackney’s favourite building in the Hackney Design Awards in December 2024.
The once at-risk Grade 2 listed heritage building was redeveloped into a new primary care NHS surgery and received the most public votes in the People’s Choice Award Category.
The Judges commented, “There is a new temple of health in Hackney. Or rather an old Greek Revival style temple portico of 1823, formerly the chapel to the London Orphan Asylum, has been imaginatively repurposed as a GP practice.
The design promises a sustainable use for the historic building, which is no longer at risk, and in return the Grade II-listed building brings a landmark identity to an essential public service.”
Voting Hackney residents said, “The building fills me with pride. From the beautiful attention grabbing entrance, the manicured gardens, the clean modern sliding glass doors, everything about this building makes me feel happier about going to the doctors.“
“A Hackney landmark brought back to life!“
“This building has completely transformed our local doctor’s surgery and breathed new life into the community. The space feels bright, clean and modern and is instantly uplifting.“
“The architecture is stunning, the way that they were able to incorporate old and new is fantastic. I am amazed every time I walk in there.“
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