The initial project called ‘The Social Nesting of Humans’ comprised a fabric nest adjacent to Westfield in Shepherd’s Bush which was made from excess textiles and bound by wool fibres. It formed a furry, felt covered social space that encouraged people to learn about the felting process.

The main project also addresses the idea that waste is embedded deep into Western culture and consumerism. The more people buy, the more people throw away, with some products becoming purposeless after one cycle of use. It is evident in the fashion and clothing industry, where Britain has the highest level of clothing consumption in Europe and also the highest level of waste, disposing of a million tonnes of textiles each year.

However, if attention is drawn to repurposing materials for greater durability, and their beauty is showcased, a new culture and lifestyle could emerge. A new fashion school thus aims to revitalise an area next to a canal in Bow with a warm, playful design that draws people in to express their imagination amid a sea of colour, texture and tactility. This inviting building educates people about sustainable fashion by creating garments that have a cyclical rather than finite life.