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Festival Programme
16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 June
ENCOUNTERS, a site-specific installation created by Kingston School of Art’s MArch Architecture i…
– 22 June 2025
An architectural installation/ exhibition that hosts photography and moving image work on the theme of displacement.
Friday 27 June
This special event is part of the London Festival of Architecture (LFA) and highlights the intricat…
– 27 June 2025
A curated document display on London's built environment from The London Archives collections
16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 June
Following their run at the UIA World Congress of Architects in Copenhagen last year, the UIA Friend…
An architectural exhibition that showcases the international UIA Friendly and Inclusive Spaces Awards
23, 24, 25, 26, 27 June
10 Years This is a show of present and past student work from the BA (Hons) Photography course spa…
BA (Hons) Photography will be presenting two exhibitions. One will be a show by present and past students from the course and the other will be a solo show by course leader Peter Bennett.
The MA Interior Environment Design exhibition shows two projects developed for local 'clients': one…
The MA Interior Environment Design exhibition shows two projects developed for local 'clients': one completed by this year's graduating cohort, for Barons Court Theatre, and the other by our current students, for the Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery.
5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 June
Is There a Space for Us? Social cleansing? Gentrification? Palo Alto or residential? Somers Tow…
– 28 June 2025
Listen to authentic local voice in the midst of massive development via our new audio installation in our community museum — and add your own!
13, 14, 21, 28 June
Felstead Art is pleased to present 'Wicked Changes V', the next edition in an ongoing exhibition se…
An art exhibition showcasing the creative voices of East London artists
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29 June
Architecture and Migration is an exhibition by Somali Architecture, a platform dedicated to raising…
– 29 June 2025
Architecture and Migration is an exhibition by Somali Architecture, a platform dedicated to raising awareness of Somali heritage sites. In collaboration with Somali Sideways; Architecture and Migration examines how diasporic communities rebuild in new spaces and places while preserving their connection to their homeland. P
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Black Females in Architecture (BFA), in collaboration with DēpART, proudly presents their first-ev…
An exhibition exploring matrilineal traditions across Africa, featuring a curated group of Black women who are innovators at the forefront of the creative industries and spatial design.
4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 30 June
Barbican Library is delighted to present the first overview of World Illustration Award shortlisted…
– 30 June 2025
A solo exhibition of the artist and illustrator Agustin Coll at Barbican Library
21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 30 June
Projects Review, the end-of-year exhibition at the Architectural Association, showcases work from e…
Projects Review, the end-of-year exhibition at the Architectural Association, showcases work from every student within the school and celebrates achievements throughout the academic year.
20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 June
OPEN 2025 is a hybrid exhibition of projects that reflect the varied design approaches of our Schoo…
Hybrid exhibition of projects that reflect the varied design approaches of our School of Architecture + Cities, its diverse students, and their place at the heart of London
16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30 June
How do decisions about the buildings and spaces around us get made? Who gets a say, and how much in…
Step into the role of different characters in a fun, interactive game exploring how their decisions influence the built environment.
16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 June
"Reality Check” amplifies the unheard voices of local youth in public space design. Westminster U…
A poster exhibition of MA Urban Design student work for a public realm project at St Mary's gardens, London W2, with input from the City of Westminster College students, to be held at the lobby area of the Marylebone Campus, University of Westminster, NW1 5LS
24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 June
Students from all art, architecture and design courses at London Metropolitan University are expres…
Art, Architecture and Design Summer Show at London Metropolitan University
10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 June
Amidst the urban noise, London Met Interiors students are inviting birds to make their voices heard…
An installation of student designed bird boxes inspiring small-scale pavilions
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30 June
Join us for an exhibition exploring how hands-on making fosters deeper connections between young pe…
An exhibition and event series exploring sustainability, community, and co-making at our Mare Street studios.
1 – 30 June
Join us for a journey through Yemen’s architectural wonders: from the Queen of Sheba’s temple t…
An exhibition installation at Kunstraum Gallery, near Old Street.
17, 24, 30 June
This "Voice", monologue and discussion demonstrates how important it is that we retain our communit…
A series of three talks and an accompanying exhibition
12 uniquely designed speakers, like the hands of a clock, deliver the sounds of the world back to u…
12 uniquely designed speakers, like the hands of a clock, deliver the sounds of the world back to us to observe with our ears. Located in the main Silk St entrance to the Barbican Centre. Free entry.
Visitors will discover the untold heritage of 1914 Belgian refugees at Ally Pally, drawing on mater…
A specially created new exhibition focussing on how young people engage with the building’s past, revealing some of the hidden stories of the People’s Palace.
Explore over 2000 images sent in by members of the public of key Ally Pally moments that have shape…
A permanent artwork in Alexandra Palace’s East Court, celebrating people’s memories and connections to the ‘People’s Palace’, exploring themes of identity, place, heritage and culture.
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30 June
Exploring how natural materials can be used to build, furnish and decorate our homes, this exhibiti…
A curated display of furniture, materials and design stories promoting the Natural Home.
18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 June
From the Zip Up House and the Pompidou Centre, to Lloyds of London and the Millennium Dome, Talking…
A brand new exhibition focusing on modernist and high-tech architect Richard Rogers’ favourite projects from 1967 to 2020.
13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 June
Jaspar Joseph- Lester, Siyu Chen and Mengshuo Wu will produce five creative maps that reflect the s…
An exhibition of a series of creative maps that reflect the social, architectural, cultural and personal 'histories'
Aldgate Connect BID is proud to present Stories of Aldgate, an exhibition which captures the voices…
A series of exhibition installations capturing the voices of the Aldgate community, across Aldgate's Vine Street.
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 June
Be the first to experience St James’s via the South Door onto Jermyn Street, part of Sir Christop…
Exhibition/public viewing for newly completed works to the church restoring Christopher Wren's original design
27, 28, 29, 30 June
Join us for a public exhibition featuring voices of West Hendon. The exhibition will include 'vo…
An exhibition featuring voices of West Hendon
30 June
A three-day activation exploring new ways of using our City to mark NLA's 20th anniversary. TH…
A three-day activation exploring new ways of using our City
'QUEER TODAY, GONE TOMORROW: The Lost and Loved Venues of Gay London' is an evocative exhibition by…
Exhibition of graphic paintings and prints identifying London's LGBTQ+ spaces, past and present