About this Event
The first phase of Masterplan projects at the British Museum; the Energy Centre by Wright & Wright Architects and the Visitor Welcome by Studio Weave. The Energy Centre will enable the Museum to reduce carbon by 40% and provide much needed capacity for future phases, while the Visitor Welcome will transform both entrances, creating new public realm and security infrastructure.
Alex Surguladze, Head of Design Management at the British Museum intrdoduces the project.
Joshua Blandford, Director Wright & Wright Architects,has a particular talent for translating ambitious briefs into carefully considered proposals that focus on craft and wellbeing. He is most interested in how buildings can embody broader social and cultural ideals.
Eddie Blake, is an architect, writer and educator. He is co-director of London-based Studio Weave, where his work explores the relationship between architecture, culture and public life.
Please note: Temple Bar will be open for ticket holders from 18:05, please arrive in good time to be checked in and seated by 18:20. Our public talks start at promptly at 18:30.
Event venue & nearby stays
Temple Bar, First Floor, Paternoster Lodge, London, United Kingdom
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