Name: Shrewsbury Flaxmill Co-working Day and Europa Nostra Celebration
Start: 2025-02-13T10:30:00+00:00
End: 2025-02-13T16:00:00+00:00
Location: Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings

Shrewsbury Flaxmill Co-working Day and Europa Nostra Celebration

Celebrate Shrewsbury Flaxmill’s Europa Nostra Award with tours, talks, and co-working. Explore heritage, sustainability, and adaptive reuse.
About this Event

RIBA members, sole practitioners, and emerging architectural practices are invited to an inspiring day at the historic Shrewsbury Flaxmill. This event celebrates the Flaxmill’s Europa Nostra Award win while offering valuable insights into heritage conservation, sustainability, and adaptive reuse - all tailored to support the growth and innovation of small and emerging practices.
Through engaging presentations, guided tours, and networking opportunities, discover how this transformative regeneration project integrates heritage, sustainability, and adaptive reuse. Whether you’re an emerging practitioner, a cultural heritage advocate, or simply curious about this iconic site, this event offers a unique chance to explore the Flaxmill’s past, present, and future.
Key Features:

Presentations for Emerging Practices: Hear from the project team, including FCB and Historic England, as they share lessons learned, design principles, and strategies for integrating heritage and sustainability into modern practice.
Exclusive Guided Tours: Explore the Flaxmill’s lower and upper floors, uncovering key architectural details and the stories behind its transformation.
Why Attend:

Gain actionable insights into heritage projects that balance sustainability and adaptive reuse.
Network with like-minded professionals in the architecture and design community.
Celebrate a pioneering project recognized both with the Europa Nostra Award and as the RIBA West Midlands Building of the Year 2024.
Discover how your practice can benefit from the principles and strategies showcased at the Flaxmill.
Who Should Attend:
RIBA members, sole practitioners, and professionals from small and emerging practices seeking inspiration, practical insights, and networking opportunities.
Registration:
Spaces are limited—secure your spot today and be part of this exciting event. We look forward to welcoming you to the Shrewsbury Flaxmill.