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Commonweal Pods highly beneficial for night shelter guests – report
A new report has found that an innovative flat-pack accommodation project developed by Commonweal Housing and ReedWatts Architects has...
May 26, 2020


We must collaborate to promote innovative modular housing for vulnerable people
George Fisher shares the findings of his report for Commonweal into modular design, and its role in the future of housing for vulnerable groups.
Feb 13, 2020


Lewisham Mayor launches innovative homeless sleeping pods
London’s first temporary indoor sleeping pods for people who are homeless were officially opened today (Friday 25 January) by Damien...
Jan 25, 2019


New sleeping Pods installed at south London homeless shelter
Ten new sleeping Pods have been installed at a homeless shelter in Deptford, south London. Designed by architects Reed Watts in response...
Dec 17, 2018


Commonweal Housing scoops national prize for innovation
Commonweal Housing has won Innovation of the Year at the 24Housing Awards, for its work with partners on transitional accommodation for migrant workers.
Oct 19, 2018


What is factory made housing?
The Commonweal Pods are being included in a New London Architects’ research paper exploring the benefits of factory made housing, an...
Sep 10, 2018


Commonweal Pods Shortlisted for 24Housing Awards
We are pleased to announce that the Commonweal Pods have been shortlisted for the Innovation category in the 24Housing Awards. This...
Aug 3, 2018


Commonweal receives recognition for Pods at Homeless Link Conference
Showcasing the Pods at the Homeless Link Conference in Leicestershire, Commonweal and partners Thames Reach were awarded second place in...
Jul 12, 2018
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