Soho Bath House

This research project explored the concept of a non-commercial public bath in London, envisioning a space that provides respite from the pressures and pace of inner-city life. Drawing on the social, cultural, and political roles of public baths throughout history—including Roman thermae, Islamic hammams, and saunas—the project examined how bathing spaces could foster relaxation, social interaction, and contemplation.

The research combined models, drawings, and collages with theoretical investigation, exploring the architectural and spatial qualities that allow a bath to operate as a place for both private reflection and collective experience. By reinterpreting historical precedents, the project aimed to articulate how a contemporary urban bath could function as a civic, non-commercial environment within the fabric of London.