Studio Verve Architects has been granted planning permission for a new build delicatessen within the Kingsland Conservation Area in Hackney, London. The deli/restaurant is proposed as a lightweight insertion to an existing car-park between two existing buildings in Haggerston.Conceived as a simple glass insertion with bamboo landscaping within to bring greenery into the deli interior; the building is drawing from its context whilst providing a visual relief to the heaviness of the brick exteriors of the neighbouring buildings. Glu-lam portal frame structures support a glass wrap-around skin; differentiated at certain areas with timber louvers or solid roofing. The upper floor is perceived as an extension from the serving counter and the stairs that lead to it. Occupying 118sqm over two floors, the new deli building is envisaged to serve a growing demand from both residents and people who work around the area, especially with the new East London line. Located on Arbutus Street, the street leads to a wonderful view of the park and church beyond.Sun-shading is provided by a combination of high level timber trellis louvers and solid insulated aluminium roofing to mediate the degree of light and heat transmittance. The end brick gable wall of the existing adjacent building doubles as the interior wall of the deli- providing a warm textured exposed brick surface.Outdoor sittings are also provided for those who like to enjoy alfresco dining in the sunshine especially during the summer months. These outdoor seats and clientele are critical in providing a powerful visual clue for passing vehicular and foot traffic on the high street -signifying the presence of the delicatessen in this slip road.