Bethan Kay
MA work
MA work
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In 2021 power no longer lies with the nation state as cities compete for recognition on the all-important Global Cities Index. Paradoxically, as London craves to maintain its global position, it aspires to be more local through the devolvement of power to its 32 councils with the Localism Bill. The ‘boomburb’ race begins as marginalised boroughs gain the autonomy to compete for their place on the world stage.

The overlooked borough of Redbridge seizes the opportunity to claim glory, but can the council carefully choreograph a route through the challenges of suburban nimbyism and its own narcissistic global aspirations?

Info
Info
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MA Degree
School
School of Architecture
Programme
MA Architecture, 2011
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Contact
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+44 (0)7841 508 606

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ADS4

In 2021 power no longer lies with the nation state as cities compete for recognition on the all-important Global Cities Index. Paradoxically, as London craves to maintain its global position, it aspires to be more local through the devolvement of power to its 32 councils with the Localism Bill. The ‘boomburb’ race begins as marginalised boroughs gain the autonomy to compete for their place on the world stage.

The overlooked borough of Redbridge seizes the opportunity to claim glory, but can the council carefully choreograph a route through the challenges of suburban nimbyism and its own narcissistic global aspirations?

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Degrees
- BSc, Architecture, University of Bath, 2008
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Experience
- Architectural Assistant, AOC, London, 2008-9; Architectural Assistant, DSDHA, London, 2007; Architecture Assistant, Utzon Architecture, Copenhagen, Denmark, 2006
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Exhibitions
- Hat-itecture, London Festival of Architecture, 2010