PUP Architects has refurbished Surrey Docks Farm in London, reinstating a three-storey tower clad in black timber and topped by a golden pig weathervane.
Surrey Docks Farm has occupied this site along the River Thames in Rotherhithe, south-east London, since 1986.

It sits on a 2.2 acre site that provides space for rearing animals, along with community and education facilities.
The refurbishment, which was funded through grants, is to help extend the farm's community outreach.

London practice PUP Architects was appointed through competitive tender in 2014.
The new development adds a glazed orangery and new landscaped public realm that creates a new "front door" for the farm, opening it out towards the adjacent Thames Path.
"The farm had previously turned its back to the river, with the Thames Path fronted by tall bushes and the derelict tower," explained the studio.
"[Our] response involved a mini-masterplan for this frontage. Rather than whole-scale demolition and rebuilding, a series of careful interventions and additions were proposed."

This new river frontage comprises three elements ? the orangery, the tower and a new toilet and storage block extension attached to an existing forge on the site operated by a blacksmith.
Topped by a sawtooth roof, the glass orangery is attached to the river room.

It can be used either as a spacious foyer for this space or as a separate classroom.
The adjacent tower houses a community kitchen in its groun...