The Loneliness Lab

The Loneliness Lab Book

As part of efforts to tackle loneliness in cities, Lendlease and Collectively led an 18-month research project, called the Loneliness Lab. Tapestry supported this initiative by lending staff time and skills to an applied research project called Know Your Neighbourhood, looking at how residents in high density buildings could be better connected. The multi-consultant team explored how to use small design interventions to nudge neighbours into connecting and meeting. A prototype was initiated whereby neighbours were asked to share how they feel using colour codes displayed in a communal lobby - subject to user testing, the approach could be incorporated into new developments across London.

Visit the Loneliness Lab.