Introduction

Designed by Victorian architects Joseph & Smithem and one of Europe's first social housing developments, Affinity Sutton's Bethnal Green estate in East London celebrates its 100th birthday this year. Originally home to some 400 people, Bethnal Green offered an escape from London's East End slums and a decent home.

Today we are challenging Part 2 students to Make Bethnal Green by asking them — What would you build on the same site today and how would that design make a positive contribution to the environment?