I am unhappy with the arguements put forward by the council for the demolition of both Louise House and Forest Hill Pools. Both these buildings provide an ideal period setting for the Library and primary school, forming a group of interesting and high quality Victorian civic buildings. Forest Hill has lost many of its historic buildings and it certainly doesn't need to lose any more.

As a senior designer with a large firm of architects I am wholly unconvinced by the assurances of the local council of a high quality replacement to these buildings. In my practice we have frequently found ways to keep period buildings such as these (which are a valuable asset in their own right) without compromising on the benefits to the community or significantly increasing costs. My practise recently carried out the refurbishment of Brockwell Lido. All it takes is some imagination, care and commitment.

Does anyone agree with me? I am keen to find some way to fight this decision by proving there is another way forward. Obviously all welcome and the more the merrier but architects, engineers, developers etc particularly welcome

Alexis Butterfield