Is heritage too often absent from placemaking conversations? On June 4th, as part of the London Festival of Architecture 2026, we’re exploring the role of heritage in contemporary placemaking, and how it shapes identity, belonging and meaning in the built environment.
Speakers include:
Event chair: Ben Flatman, Architect, Planner, Writer and Contributing Editor to Building Design
Darryl Chen, Partner, Urban Design Sector Lead, Hawkins Brown
Anna Mansfield, Director, Publica
Natalia Roussou, Senior Associate, Landscape Design Director, HTA
Tanisha Raffiuddin, Founder and Creative Director, Concept Culture
Regine Kandan, Associate Director, Donald Insall Associates