Item 26 - New Patterns for Old Boroughs

Catalogue of an exhibition called 'New Patterns for Old Boroughs' held at the South London Gallery from 12 to 30 September 1961. The exhibition explored how the local area was being transformed: 'The present exhibition of architects' models, photographs, drawings, etc., aims to highlight some of the revolutionary new patterns planned and achieved for parts of the historic old boroughs of South London.' Among the housing schemes included in the exhibition were Acorn Place, Atwell Street, Camberwell Grove, Dawson's Hill, Pelican Estate extension and Sceaux Gardens.