The London Festival of Architecture and Wandsworth Council launched a competition to transform the tunnel beneath Falcon Road Bridge into a creative and vibrant landmark for the local community and visitors.

Sharing a unified commitment to empowering people through community-driven design, GPAD has partnered with POoR, MRG Studio, Sutton-Vane Associates, Cundall and MDA Consulting.

“We are super-excited to co-design another project in Wandsworth and to include local young people, residents and community groups throughout the process. This project gives opportunity for meaningful community engagement that will help shape the design to enrich the local environment for residents and visitors alike.”

LFA director Rosa Rogina said: ‘Beyond the Bridge beautifully embodies the spirit of transformation and inclusivity that is at the heart of the London Festival of Architecture. By weaving the voices and stories of Wandsworth’s communities into the design, this project celebrates local identity in a deeply meaningful way.

‘We are thrilled to see such a visionary and community-focused proposal come to life, redefining Falcon Road Bridge as a landmark of connection, creativity, and pride for all who pass through it.’

Simon Hogg, leader of Wandsworth Council, which is backing the scheme, said: ‘I’m delighted to welcome the winning bridge design team to Wandsworth to help us make a real difference to the Clapham Junction area and involve local people in the project.

‘As part of our Decade of Renewal, the makeover to Falcon Road Bridge will be paid for by property developers. This new bridge design will provide a better and brighter route and create a new landmark for the borough during our year as London Borough of Culture 2025.’