Purdy Hicks Gallery, London SE1

Robert Dye Architects was called in to help with the gallery’s impending relocation. Having evaluated three London sites, the team chose a 3,000 square foot warehouse space close to Tate Modern to fit out.

The two-storey volume allowed a double-height gallery at the rear and more exhibition space by getting light deeper into the plan. New walls were inserted as a series of screens dislocated from columns, creating discreet glimpses between room spaces.

Purdy Hicks represents a number of British and international contemporary artists – both established and emerging – specialising in painting and photography. The gallery is a member of the prestigious Saatchi Gallery Dealers.

After almost two decades, the design has proven through use to be able to adapt to regularly changing exhibitions and continues to provide the curators with a flexible and contemporary space.

Photography: © Matthew Hollow Photography & © Robert Dye Architects