The City of London urgently needs a cultural strategy – with architecture at its heart

The Architects’ Journal The City of London urgently needs a cultural strategy – with architecture at its heart The Square Mile contains one of the most remarkable collections of architecture, public spaces and historic environments anywhere in the world, but fails to make the most of this, argues Leanne Tritton The post The City of London urgently needs a cultural strategy – with architecture at its heart appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Leanne Tritton

In practice: public realm and art along London’s ‘super sewer’

The Architects’ Journal In practice: public realm and art along London’s ‘super sewer’ The 25km-long Thames Tideway Tunnel features 21 new public spaces and artworks. Rob Wilson talks to architect Clare Donnelly and public art consultant Bridget Sawyers about the commissioning process The post In practice: public realm and art along London’s ‘super sewer’ appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Rob Wilson

Next round of consultation begins on Croydon makeover

Allies & Morrison masterplan proposes new homes, shops and public spaces

LDA Design Bursary Challenge 2026

The Architects’ Journal LDA Design Bursary Challenge 2026 LDA Design is inviting current UK students to rethink how urban streets and public spaces could be reclaimed from cars [Deadline: 20 February 2026] The post LDA Design Bursary Challenge 2026 appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Merlin Fulcher

How Simple Safety Measures Can Prevent Major Disasters

The post How Simple Safety Measures Can Prevent Major Disasters appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In everyday life, safety can often feel like an afterthought, something we only consider once an accident has already happened. Yet, the truth is that most major disasters, whether at home, work or in public spaces, begin with something small and preventable. By taking simple, proactive safety measures, we can protect not only our property […]

Global Knowledge LeiFeng - Beijing Urban and Architecture Biennale 2020- An Interview with Thomas Heatherwick, 24092020

This is an interview series of The Beijing Urban Architecture Biennale (BUAB) 2020’s pilot exhibition, where 20 internationally renowned architects are invited. This video covers a talk by Thomas Heatherwick about Architectural design, covering strategy, technology, the design of the environments that surround us in the cities and even the nature in the world

Norman Foster Foundation - 'Future of Cities' - Ricky Burdett, 23112021

In this virtual dialogue on urban equity and sustainability, Norman Foster sits down with Ricky Burdett, director of LSE Cities and chief advisor for the 2012 London Olympics, on the importance of connecting cultural, political and economic aspects of cities along with the design of buildings and infrastructure.

Norman Foster Foundation - Future of Cities - Extended Trailer 23112021

In this series of ten virtual dialogues, Norman Foster considers the past, present and future of cities alongside the following leading experts:

Tideway London, TUNNEL VISION: Episode 7 - Creating new land in the Thames

With 24 construction sites, many right in the heart of London, how does the Tideway project create enough space to build the #SuperSewer? This episode of Tunnel Vision looks at how cofferdams are constructed, how fish are rescued as these structures are built into the Thames, and how some will be turned into new public spaces for London.

Architecture Foundation - The Barbican: A Middle Class Council Estate 17092015

The Barbican is one of the most remarkable housing estates in the world. Designed in the mid 20th century by British firm, Chamberlin, Powell and Bon and commissioned by the local authority, it is a unique chapter in the story of state-led architecture with much to teach us today. Written and presented by Phineas Harper. A co-production between The Architectural Review and the Architecture Foundation

What measures should be taken to minimize damage in a densely populated city environment?

MOXY: The Voice of Women in Infrastructure

MOXY is an online magazine platform targeting millions of women working in infrastructure from highways to alternative energy to broadband and public parks. The first publisher to curate multilingual content at this scale, MOXY empowers all women to have a bigger role in industries that offer rewarding, well-paying careers. In addition to featuring women at the helm of infrastructure projects and initiatives, the platform tackles leadership development, mental health, entrepreneurship, work-life balance, immigration, sexual harassment, and diversity — all as they relate to women who are navigating historically male-dominated interview processes, jobs sites, and board rooms. Who is speaking to the women, not just as a novelty within these industries but as players in them? Enter MOXY.