Tend to agree with Elfinsafety on the fit for purpose argument brought up by so much of London's estate architecture.
I think the real tragedy though is that refurbishment almost invariably remains the best option for tenants, given the often negligent schemes for redevelopment undertaken by local councils in concert with private developers.
Link below with an interesting timeline on the Heygate
Tend to agree with Elfinsafety on the fit for purpose argument brought up by so much of London's estate architecture.
I think the real tragedy though is that refurbishment almost invariably remains the best option for tenants, given the often negligent schemes for redevelopment undertaken by local councils in concert with private developers.
Link below with an interesting timeline on the Heygate
http://heygatewashome.com/
Little reason to think that the Aylesbury will go any different....
http://aylesburytenantsfirst.wordpress.com/