This project addresses the need for a shelter and rehabilitation centre for women and their children fleeing domestic abuse in Southwark, London. The project’s site is situated on Union Street, directly opposite Cross Bones Graveyard, which holds a historical significance as it served as a burial ground for paupers and prostitutes from the 12th century until the mid-19th century. The graveyard's existence and the refusal to allow the burial of prostitutes on church grounds shed light on the systemic mistreatment and marginalisation of women.

The project's primary focus is to provide both a safe haven and comprehensive support for women and their children who are escaping abusive environments. Domestic abuse referrals in Southwark are alarmingly high, leaving many victims homeless. With current shelters often overcrowded and neglected, many women and particularly those with children feel that there is a lack of alternative options. The centre combines architectural design with researched based therapy to provide the women and their children a way back into society.