“Artists’ studios are far more than just physical places of work; they are centres of creative exchange, education and mentoring, and serve as socio-economic hubs with their own supply chains and communities. Having invested in and championed the provision of affordable workspace for 20 years, Outset is delighted to be celebrating today the launch of Wallis Road Studios, the first major acquisition in the Creative Land Trusts’ portfolio of properties. This transformative investment brings together the real estate, arts and public sectors to find a permanent solution for affordable creative workspace in London, offering an essential step forward in our journey to protecting our creative ecosystem in perpetuity.”

“When we arrived at the studio, it was a blank space; we decided we wanted to create something very personal. We knew it was going to be a space where we were going to spend lots of our time, and we were in the process of defining the product and the service. We also wanted to have a space that felt cosy and that allowed us to feel comfortable creating and developing our ideas. Something very important for us was taking our time with the arrangements and making the space ours, like painting the walls.”

“Marguerite of Grow Studios is amazing. She makes things happen and brings people together. Practically, it’s secure, which is great because I have expensive equipment. Everything works well, there is a kitchen on every floor, toilets on every floor. At a previous studio I was at there was just one toilet for everyone. I’m also sharing with one of my best friends. It’s rare that we’re all in the studio at the same time, but it’s lovely when we are – sewing and making things together.”