Summary
Step inside London’s Brutalist masterpiece as Philippa Simpson — Director for Buildings & Renewal at the Barbican Centre — unpacks the once-in-a-generation project to refresh this 1970s cultural icon.
From tricky way-finding through its residential estate to an ambitious master-plan that weaves sustainability, accessibility and new music venues into the concrete fabric, Philippa shares how an international design competition, deep community consultation and a people-first ethos will shape the Barbican’s next chapter.
Tune in for candid insights on nurturing fresh talent, funding the arts and what it really takes to future-proof a living legend.
