Alice Billing House is one of Newham’s most historic buildings located on Stratford’s High Street. The building is made up of two blocks, one of which is a Grade II listed building, built in 1905-6 as firefighter’s accommodation for the West Ham Fire Brigade. Opening in January 2024, the South Block has now been converted into artist studios and is now home to over 25 artists.

, 1905

Enfield Council and Jan Kattein Architects have transformed a set of derelict garages in Angel Edmonton into warm, generous, affordable spaces for community and young enterprise.

Jan Kattein Architects, 2023

On the surface Thamesmead might seem concrete and grey, but on this tour we will take a look at the colour and life local artists that are breathing into the area. Examining the past and present, we'll explore the abbey ruins, exciting sculptures, concrete skywalks, and vivid murals that make this place the Town of Tomorrow.

Calling all non-architects (and architects) join us in a two-part event at the Royal Institute of British Architects. Unpeel and reveal invisible layers at the RIBA and the architecture industry as a whole. The first part of the event comprises a building tour, and a polaroid camera, collage workshop. You will reshape and remould the narrative at the RIBA responding specifically at the more conte

George Grey Wornum, 1934

The Green is an underutilized natural asset located at the heart of Edmonton Green Town Centre. The Pavilion, co-designed with the local community plays a crucial role in supporting the proactive use of the space and fosters a stronger connection to the area. This initiative informs The Green's long-term vision through ideas and feedback gathered from a programme of community led activities.

Fisher Cheng, 2024

Discover how South Kensington, nicknamed "Albertopolis", developed into London’s first district dedicated to arts and science as the British Empire reached its peak. By exploring the area's architecture, we'll decode the symbols which asserted the dominance of Western ideas and technology, as well as the power of the British Empire and its monarchy.

The purpose-built library is a fine example of brutalist architecture. Built by Hugh Lea, Borough Architect for Croydon, in 1968 the main volume shows Miesian influence with an abundance of natural light, interrupted by a concrete cuboid.

Hugh Lea , 1966

This ambitious transformation of the former Camden Town Hall Annexe, a 1974 Brutalist structure, into a landmark hotel was achieved through the restoration of the original concrete façade and the addition of three striking storeys.

Orms Architects, 2019

One of the magnificent 7 cemeteries. Burials ceased 1966, now 31 acres of woodland, meadows & ponds including the Soanes Centre (Robson Kelly 1993). Of outstanding importance for flora and fauna, set amongst funereal monuments, some listed

Thomas Wyatt & David Brandon, 1841

The world's founding university settlement. Built to provide educational & social spaces for East Londoners. Neo-Tudor Grade II listed building with notable room decorated by Arts & Crafts designer CR Ashbee. Restoration completed in 2018.

Charles Robert Ashbee, Elijah Hoole, 1884

This transformation of a derelict pub into an architecture studio doubles up as a gallery and lecture theatre. The new office is an example of the practice’s approach towards existing structures and intelligent architectural interventions.

Unknown, 1884