Open-City - formerly Open House

Good design has a massive impact on the quality of our lives. Open-City is a unique, independent organisation committed to raising the standard for London’s architecture and built environment by opening people’s eyes and minds to good design – through debate, dialogue, learning and direct experience of excellent spaces and places.

With a basis of experience, expertise and research built up over a decade and a half, Open-City encourages Londoners to explore and re-examine their city, to debate how architecture affects their daily lives, and to discover and appreciate how they can really influence change in the built environment.

Our programmes are shaped by our three main target audiences:

Engaging the general public – opening doors for all Londoners to experience and learn about the architecture of the capital’s most interesting and significant landmarks.

Learning for young Londoners – providing architectural education for students in London’s schools; involving London’s young people in the design of spaces and places.

Advocating good design amongst decision-makers – working with local authority officers and councillors, regeneration professionals and developers to advocate for good design throughout the city. This includes policy and decision making related to art in public spaces.

Additional info

Open-City's Education Team offer free annual programmes for primary and secondary school students to investigate inspiring architecture, teacher training sessions, family activities, holiday workshops and more. Contact Ros Croker, Education Projects Coordinator for further details - rcroker@open-city.org.uk.