Events Archive
Thursday 18 September 2025 - 12:30
This talk and discussion investigates women’s perceptions and experiences of public spaces in contemporary residential developments outside city centres. Using a mixed-method approach that integrates spatial and sensorial analysis, it examines how urban design decisions shape use, inclusivity, and feelings of safety.
Wednesday 10 September 2025 - 12:30
Join Emma Tompkins and Lucy Fineberg for a compelling talk on the surprising links between our nervous systems and urban design.
Wednesday 30 July 2025 - 13:00
A one hour introduction by Kobus Mentz to his book "The Future Embraced".
Open to all.
Thursday 17 July 2025 - 12:00
A meeting to progress the UDG's transition from Unincorporated Charity to Charitable Incorporated Organisation and vote for a Chair Elect.
Monday 14 July 2025 - 18:00
Linked to the Summer 2025 edition of the Urban Design Journal, please join us for an event exploring the increasing influence of community-led organisations in delivering new neighbourhoods.
Monday 7 July 2025 - 12:30
An introduction to the cities of Brazil, their design, culture and vibrancy.
Chaired by Amanda Reynolds, Past Chair of Urban Design Group
Presenter: Debora Laub, a Brazilian architect and urbanist
Wednesday 25 June 2025 - 13:00
Vinita Dhume, Savills
Chaired by Meenakshi Bhagat, IUDI
20th May, 12.00-13.00 BST 4:30-5.30 IST.
Wednesday 4 June 2025 - 18:30
Introduced and chaired by Leo Hammond, Past Chair Urban Design Group, Urban Design and Regeneration Manager at Haringey Council + Jacob Willson, Head of Design, Guinness Partnership.
Wednesday 7 May 2025 - 9:30
Make it Happen is an East Midlands based partnership between the Urban Design Group, RTPI, RIBA and the Landscape Institute, created to celebrate successes and best practice.
Friday 2 May 2025 - 10:30
To apply for a place at this free conference run by Living Streets, please provide very brief details using this form.
Tuesday 29 April 2025 (All day)
The Urban Design Group is delighted to sponsor the Building New Communities Conference 2025.
Thursday 10 April 2025 - 18:30
Learn about latest best practice and challenges from some of the UK's leading experts
Wednesday 9 April 2025 - 12:30
12:30 Introduction - Professor Husam AlWaer, University of Dundee, Urban Design Group Executive
12:40 Presentation Sannek van Wijk, Municipality of Utrecht
13:20 Q&A
13:40 Close
Friday 7 March 2025 - 13:00
A thought-provoking lunchtime discussion with Rowan Moore, author and acclaimed architecture critic for The Observer
Thursday 6 March 2025 - 11:30
Places for People - Building Communities in the age of the Smart City
Focusing on the fundamentals of placemaking in the 21st Century - the principles of good Urban Design that underpin the delivery of new communities in which people and nature can thrive side-by-side.
Monday 17 February 2025 - 17:30
About this event
Admission includes refreshments
17:30 - Doors Open
18:15 - Introduction and Presentations
19:00 - Discussion
20:00 - Close
Wednesday 29 January 2025 - 18:00
Join friends and colleagues for this delightful film on the Whittington Estate locally known as "The White Flats" followed by discussion with some of the people involved in the production of the film.
Speakers include:
Tuesday 28 January 2025 - 12:30
This one hour lunchtime event features Rob Cowan and Marcus Wilshere, talking about their recent international study of Design Codes undertaken for the Office for Place. It is an opportunity for anyone from any country involved in preparing or using design codes to learn important lessons based on global experience.
Tuesday 14 January 2025 - 12:30
Hal Mellen, Urban Designer with ADAM Architecture, and Dr Michael Short, Associate Professor in Planning at UCL will talk about design features that can help people to interact in higher density housing.
