At John F Hunt, we’re always looking for ways to give back to the community and ensure that materials recovered from our projects are put to good use. We’re excited to share the story of Gary March, a renowned artist at Hackney City Farm, transforming reclaimed materials from our 180 Piccadilly demolition site into something extraordinary.
Using stone donated from 180 Piccadilly, Gary is creating a studio space to teach stone carving to blind children, making art accessible and inclusive for everyone.
In collaboration with the Tower Project, an award-winning charity that empowers people with disabilities across East London, Gary is also leading Love of Art sessions. These therapeutic workshops use reclaimed curtain blinds to help service members explore their creativity, promoting inclusiveness and equality.
The Tower Project shared their gratitude:
“The resources provided by John F Hunt have enabled our members to feel included and express their love of art in a modern and meaningful way. We hope these blinds feature in Gary’s exhibition, showcasing the creativity of our service members.”
Gary’s second workshop with the Tower Project started in October and will run until the end of December 2024. We’ll be sharing photos and updates soon – stay tuned!
A special thank you goes to Geordie Daltrey, our Circular Economy Advisor, who has worked tirelessly on this donation, ensuring materials from 180 Piccadilly are repurposed in ways that make a real difference to communities.
See the beautiful artwork attached, along with a photo of Geordie Daltrey (left), Gary March (centre), and Tom Gristwood from Puteny and Wood (right).
To learn more about the Tower Project, visit: https://www.towerproject.org.uk/
Together, we’re turning demolition into opportunities for growth and creativity!