The world's population is expected to exceed 9.1 billion people in 2050 (UN, 2019). So the main questions is - how will we feed everyone when the time comes?

Introducing entomophagy, a food culture of eating insects. It not only provides a more sustainable food protein alternative for people but creates a unique food experience. In order to feed a larger population, food production must increase by 70%. so this project will not only question the current food production systems of eating meat but also the increasing issue of food waste. (Agricultural Development Economics Division. 2009).

Creating a stronger connecting between the current food spaces by:

• Pedestrianising the road with a grassland
• Utilising abandoned building for education centres and community farming.

Linked to the Food Hub is an education centre sharing information on edible insects and Dudley’s biodiversity. Also offers insect cooking lessons to the local community and schools.

Immersed within the grassland is areas where existing buildings can extend out onto the street to create a stronger bond with new sustainable environment.

Redesigning the Market Place with more levels of outdoor seating to create a new experience and environment of eating food on the High Street.

Gardening and insect farming spaces integrated within the buildings. By bringing all the food production onto the High Street will help reduce food waste and also offer fresh produce to the locals.