With this building being the symbolic embodiment of the community’s sustained efforts, a much needed children’s centre and community hall was developed with direct input in design, use and materials from the community. Phase I was stick built on site however phase II was constructed using the ecofab prefabricated strawbale system. The choice of natural locally sourced materials, simple construction methods and design quality, has been essential in the success of this project. Utilising natural light and carefully selected materials, the building offers a stimulating environment internally and externally. As well as being a Family Services Children’s Centre, the building is used for a youth club running four nights a week and the lottery funded football training that takes place on the adjacent green uses the veranda as their own sports pavilion.