Discover how London's urban history and research can shape contemporary housing, sustainable neighbourhoods and future city-making.

What can London’s urban history teach us about the future of housing and city-making?

In this illustrated lunchtime talk, Andrew Bryce and Jack Evans-Newton of RSHP examine how historical precedent, urban research and the study of place inform contemporary residential design. Drawing on recent London projects, they will explore how new neighbourhoods can respond to housing need while supporting connectivity, public life and a strong sense of place.

The discussion looks to nineteenth-century London’s Great Estates and enduring urban patterns, considering their relevance to present-day questions of density, sustainability and walkable, compact neighbourhoods. Through mapping and case studies, the speakers will show how research can help architects understand the city and shape its future.

They will also reflect on research within architectural practice: how enquiry and collaboration help establish coherent approaches to massing and design while accommodating the varied demands of clients, planners, engineers and communities.

Presented in connection with Experimenting in Architecture: Bridging Practice and Academia, the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL exhibition at the Building Centre, the session explores how academic investigation and professional practice can inform one another. The 45-minute presentation will conclude with audience questions.

Speakers

Andrew Bryce, Associate Director, RSHP

Andrew works on major projects in complex urban and planning contexts. His experience includes The Leadenhall Building, NEO Bankside and the British Museum’s World Conservation and Exhibition Centre. He is currently involved in the British Library expansion and Bromley-by-Bow Gasworks.

Jack Evans-Newton, Associate Director, RSHP

Jack has led design and delivery on major international projects, including the LSE Centre Building, and is currently working on Casablanca Airport’s new terminal and Regent’s View in Bethnal Green. He also leads the RSHP Design Think Tank at the London School of Architecture and teaches at UCL.

Free to attend. Booking recommended.

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