We're Livesey Exchange by PemPeople

Connecting local residents, creators and organisations in the London Borough of Southwark

Who We Are

About Livesey Exchange

Livesey Exchange is a local grassroots project initiated by Pempeople with the aim of transforming spaces near and on Old Kent Road into workshops, studios, multidisciplinary spaces, skill development training and cultural programmes.

PemPeople (People Empowering People)

Our Founder

Pempeople (People Empowering People) is a non-profit organisation by community enabler Nicholas Okwulu who works primarily with local residents and community organisations from Southwark's grassroots community.

Planning Application Preparation

Our Funders

It’s thanks to the generosity of over 200 supporters, Livesey Exchange can start constructing the new venue on Old Kent Road. Our supporters include local residents, businesses and organisations.

What's On

The Black Makers by Making Numbers

Friday 29 October 2021 at Livesey Exchange Garages (LEX 1).

Senses By NDA (NeuroDivergent Association)

Wednesday 27 October 2021 at Livesey Exchange Garages (LEX 1).

Fabrix host the PERMANENT TEMPORARY by Pempeople

Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 September 2021 at The Bottle Factory.

Film screening of Sensing the City: Young People and Regeneration in London

Film screening of Sensing the City: Young People and Regeneration in London

Friday 24 September 2021, 6.30 pm at Livesey Exchange Garages (LEX 1).

Making Numbers - Let's Meet The Makers

Community Interviews by Making Numbers

Friday 24 September 2021, 4.30 pm at Livesey Exchange Garages (LEX 1).

Self-Love Zine Workshop by Fiona Quadri

Thursday 23 September 2021, 6.30 pm at Livesey Exchange Garages (LEX 1).

Community Building Project Updates

In 2022, Livesey Exchange (LEX2) will open its doors as a brand-new venue on Old Kent Road in London, UK. Through its mix of accessible social, cultural and community space, this venue will support the local community. Keep up to date with the latest news!

Planning Application Submitted

Detailed planning application of the proposed development has been submitted to Southwark Council.

Planning Application Preparation

Planning Application Preparation – Get Involved

In preparation for the planning application submission, join our consultation on Friday 18 to Sunday 20 October 2019.

Livesey Exchange 2 Proposed Design

On the 5 April 2019, the proposed design for the new Livesey Exchange building on Old Kent Road was presented for the first time.

Collaborations

The Bottle Factory

Permanent Temporary

A Livesey Exchange by PemPeople x Fabrix Collaboration.

Southwark South Design District

Southwark South Design District

A Livesey Exchange by PemPeople x Jan Hendzel Studio Collaboration.

The Big Lunch Christmas Edition

The Big Lunch Christmas Edition

The Eden Communities x Livesey Exchange by PemPeople Collaboration.

Locations

Livesey Exchange (LEX 1)
135 Bird in Bush Road
Peckham
London SE15 1QP
United Kingdom

Livesey Exchange (LEX 2)
567 Old Kent Road
London SE1 5EW
United Kingdom

Hours

Livesey Exchange (LEX 1)
Monday – Saturday
9 am to 9 pm GMT

Livesey Exchange (LEX 2)
Opening in 2022

Hello

    What The Local Community Has To Say

    Thank you for providing me an opportunity to exhibit prints, photography and canvases from local artists who do not often get the opportunity to and to promo the launch of Artizan Radio. It was a pleasure being part of a well run and organised event which is credit to you (Nicholas), Noah and the rest of PemPeople/Livesey Exchange team. The Permanent Temporary event (as part of London Design Festival 2021) was a shining example of what Creatives need in terms of spaces for making. The attendance alone shows how much people of all ages are interested in arts and culture and local business.
    Christian Shodip
    Artizan Radio
    I just wanted to say thank you for your proactive and selfless efforts of securing such a wonderful space for artists emerging out of lockdown. It has been a struggle as you well know and having that opportunity has helped me to be more positive about my practice and prevent doubts from creeping in. I hope something like that can happen again in the future and if it does I am very willing to help more than just set up my own stuff and would love to be a part of the production side. The Livesey Exchange is another remarkable foundation for something bigger.
    Nick Landon
    Artist
    Fantastic to visit Livesey Exchange to see one of our unused garage spaces transformed into an amazing hub for makers & creators from every part of our community. Thanks to everyone at PemPeople for the amazing work you're doing & especially the inspirational Nicholas Okwulu.
    Cllr Kieron Williams
    Cllr Kieron Williams
    Leader of Southwark Council, 2020 - Present
    It has been thrilling to visit the Livesey Exchange and see the start of a journey that will bring local jobs and opportunities for local residents – genuinely inspired by everyone’s commitment and enthusiasm.
    Cllr Peter John OBE
    Cllr Peter John OBE
    Leader of Southwark Council, 2010 - 2020
    The Livesey Exchange 2 project is a true community-led project which emerged from a groundswell of a local initiative to support people in the Peckham area. By offering a safe place to meet and gain the skills and training necessary to capitalise on the opportunities presented by the scale of change in the regeneration of the Old Kent Road Opportunity Area.
    Matt Derry
    Senior Regeneration Manager, Southwark Council
    Livesey Exchange will be an excellent space for our young people to hangout which will increase their confidence and well being.
    Carol Ossai-Nwosu, Rest In Peace
    Livesey Exchange would be a huge asset to the area – an exciting community project with so many interesting facets.
    Alex Crawford
    We completely support the Livesey Exchange and have been working closely with the team behind the project since the situation on the Ledbury first emerged.
    Cllr Mark Williams
    Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Planning and Transport
    Fantastic to visit Livesey Exchange to see one of our unused garage spaces transformed into an amazing hub for makers & creators from every part of our community. Thanks to everyone at PemPeople for the amazing work you're doing & especially the inspirational Nicholas Okwulu.
    Cllr Kieron Williams
    Cllr Kieron Williams
    Leader of Southwark Council, 2020 - Present
    It has been thrilling to visit the Livesey Exchange and see the start of a journey that will bring local jobs and opportunities for local residents – genuinely inspired by everyone’s commitment and enthusiasm.
    Cllr Peter John OBE
    Cllr Peter John OBE
    Leader of Southwark Council, 2010 - 2020
    The Livesey Exchange 2 project is a true community-led project which emerged from a groundswell of a local initiative to support people in the Peckham area. By offering a safe place to meet and gain the skills and training necessary to capitalise on the opportunities presented by the scale of change in the regeneration of the Old Kent Road Opportunity Area.
    Matt Derry
    Matt Derry
    Senior Regeneration Manager, Southwark Council

    Principal Supporters & Funders

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    About Livesey Exchange

    Livesey Exchange Garages (LEX 1) is a grassroots project initiated by Nicholas Okwulu who transformed 60 garages on the Ledbury Estate into workshops, studios and multidisciplinary spaces for local makers and creators.

    Livesey Exchange (LEX 2) opening in 2022. The new building will be an important new piece of social infrastructure and through its mix of accessible social, cultural and community space, it will serve to support the local community as the neighbourhood undergoes major regeneration.

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