Current projects
Our practical research and knowledge-sharing events focus on emerging issues in regeneration, housing, local economy and infrastructure. We produce practical guidance to help urban practitioners navigate the fast pace of change in London. Contact Federico Ortiz with ideas for future topics.
Sustaining Quality Placemaking
In a challenging economic context, there is growing concern that quantity may override quality. Our research project will bring together practitioners from across the sector to examine how London’s placemakers can protect long-term value while still delivering new homes at pace.
From Data to Decisions
How can we boost confidence in data-led decisions? AI points to a major digital shift, but the built environment sector is uncertain how to use data to drive decision-making. Our project looks at ways to develop digital confidence and improve outcomes for Londoners.
Procuring Better
How can better procurement unlock creativity, trust and value? Procurement is a powerful yet often frustrating lever in the built environment sector. With the new legal framework in place, our research project examines how a better procurement system could unlock value for Londoners.
Homes for the Future
What types of homes do we need to tackle the housing crisis? As London faces an acute housing shortage, our major research project explores the kind of homes and neighbourhoods that will be needed in the future.
Engaging London
Our research project considers how the built environment sector can secure strategic advantage by involving people in urban development. Our previous research showed that many professionals feel ill-equipped to engage with diverse residents. Engaging London aims to reshape community engagement.
Happy London
Improving wellbeing is a goal for many city leaders but what practical actions can make people feel better? Wellbeing is a huge priority for cities globally. However the research on this topic is largely academic. In Happy London, we consider the practical actions the built environment sector can take to improve wellbeing.