Permanent Temporary is an interactive showcase of the ways we continue to thrive despite these volatile circumstances. Our project champions local ingenuity and collectively imagines how we can shape the future of Old Kent Road and beyond.

Throughout the London Design Festival,  a team of architects will be working together to construct a multi-media installation experience at Livesey Exchange garages (LEX 1). That installation, along with art and designs from some of the most stellar local makers, will be celebrated in our big finale weekend, when we’ll be taking over the newly renovated Bottle Factory space for an electric expo of curated galleries, live musical performances and a fashion show.

About The Bottle Factory

The Bottle Factory has a very rich history having been built in the 19th century as J. Mills & Son’s Mineral Water and Ginger Beer Factory. Part of the beating heart of the historic Old Kent Road, the building became a furniture factory in the mid-20th century and most recently was a church before then, unfortunately, falling into disrepair.

For Fabrix, the opportunity to save a heritage building from demolition and to deliver a beautiful new workspace in one of London’s most historic and fastest developing areas was too much to resist. We’re delighted to be hosting so many inspiring and influential people within our local community.