Building Sounds

Building Sounds is your go-to podcast for monthly conversations with trailblazers from across London’s built environment. Through conversations with figures from across the city, we’ll reveal the fascinating stories behind our city’s buildings and architectural projects, forgotten histories and the spaces in between.Building Sounds is run by the London Festival of Architecture team, who are passionate about improving accessibility in London’s public realm so that we can create a more inclusive city for all.

Building Sounds is a arts podcast hosted by London Festival of Architecture, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

London Festival of Architecture hosts Building Sounds, a arts show with 48 episodes published.

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  Voices of Transformation: A Conversation with EPR Architects

  Jan 28, 202526 minS0

  In this conversation we discuss what it means to transform an monumental building like the OWO - the Old War Office - and the voices that contribute to the past, present and future of the space. To unpack the OWO, we're joined by David Scowcroft (Project Director) and Charlotte Partridge (Associate Director) from EPR Architects - one of the key partners for the LFA. During the conversation David and Charlotte explore the process of undertaking a transformation like this, the people involved, and the hidden stories that have arisen through their journey with the project. Download the transcript for the...

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  Voices of the city: Unpacking the LFA2025 Theme

  Nov 12, 202421 minS0

  Architecture is not only about creation; it’s about listening, amplifying, and intertwining the voices that make up our spaces, stories, and neighbourhoods. In this conversation Rosa Rogina and Dhruv Gulabchande explore the chosen theme for the London Festival of Architecture (LFA) 2025: 'Voices'. During the conversation, the two discuss mentorship, urban narratives, and taking action through engagement, as well as unpack the relationship of people's stories and the importance of listening to and amplifying a diverse range of voices in the built environment which sits at the core of LFA. About the speakers: Rosa Rogina is the Director of London Fest...

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  Sustainable design meets student wellbeing: A conversation with tp bennett and COBE

  Aug 21, 202440 minS0

  In this conversation we discuss what it means as architects and designers to prioritise holistic sustainability, considering the impact of our proposals both for the people using the spaces we design, alongside the impact on the planet. To reimagine the typology of purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA), with architectural and philosophical ideas, we're joined by Thomas Krarup (Cobe), Chiara Cozzolino and Vicki Odili (tp bennett). The trio share their thoughts on how to get the best out of opportunities for collaboration - especially in our historic, eclectic and nonhomogenous capital city of London- their interest in the intangible elements facilitated by...

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  LFA on-location: exploring sculptural installations in Central London

  Jun 26, 20247 minS0

  One of the London Festival of Architecture's key missions is to platform the work of emerging designers, showcasing the sustainable and forward-thinking design that's happening in universities, collectives, classrooms and small practices across the city. This month, the Festival is back with two installations in Gaggenau's Wigmore Street showroom by designer Titilayo Abiola, who's going to talk you through her inspirations for each of the two pieces. You can find more information and images of the pieces online, or why not head to Gaggenau to see the installations for yourself? For more information about the pieces and details of how...

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  LFA on-location: how community power and collaboration are shaping Barnet

  Jun 14, 202436 minS0

  How can we harness culture and community power as tools for connection across a borough? Barnet is one of London's largest boroughs, but existing public transport links can make cross-borough connection difficult. Join Sophie Roberts (LFA Senior Programme Manager), Synthia Griffin (Arts and Culture Manager, London Borough of Barnet) and Becky Lyon (Barnet-based Artist and Researcher) to discuss how the council has been harnessing arts and culture initiatives to improve east-west connectivity and build a unified cultural identity. From empowering local creatives with micro grants to fostering consortium working and innovative partnerships, this episode explore's the borough's journey to becoming...

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