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Published by the RIBA, this book reflects on how we can revive high streets to become the 'diverse, characterful, independent places that existed before they were homogenised by big retail.'
On July 13, 2022, we facilitated our first live exchange in the shape of a 15-person panel discussion for the official launch of Property X-Change. 39 exchanges, 80+ active co-creators, hundreds of attendees and a growing network of engaged stakeholders later, we can reflect on all that the project has achieved in one year.
Discover the inspiring journey of the Rising Green Youth Hub, a co-created space on Wood Green high street. This case study tells the story of how diverse demographics and professionals came together to create a safe space for young people on the high street.
With a network of more than one hundred local volunteers and an ambitious range of activities, Palmers Green Action Team has become one of London’s most inspiring examples of community-led high street regeneration. In this case study, we speak to Däna Burstow and Liz Robinson from the team's steering committee.
On April 24th, 2023, we brought together the founder of Hypha Studios, Camilla Cole, with artist Anna Fearon, landowner Nicola Blake, and art curator Eliza Bonham Carter. Read our key takeaways to find out how Hypha works with landowners and artists to bring culture and community to empty high street properties.
The Migration Museum celebrates diverse stories and voices that have shaped Britain through the ages. In this case study, we discover the museum's own journey to finding a home.
What does it take to build a constructive relationship between commercial property owners and local communities? Read the takeaways from a discussion about trust, ownership, and community inclusion on Redchurch Street.
What makes the biggest difference to the citizens of a given place? Read our short summary to find out what we learnt from The Festival of Place: Social Impact Conference 2023.
Property X-Change and founding partner Cross River Partnership brought together panellists to discuss stewardship on the high street. One takeaway stood out above all: the key to successful stewardship is fierce collaboration.
How does housing fit on the high street? Read our highlights from the PX Forum 'Housing & the High Street' hosted in December 2022 by Gort Scott and partners.
On a Monday afternoon in late November, charity UKHarvest, architects RCKa and several dedicated volunteers opened the doors of Nourish Hub in Shepherd's Bush to host a PX Forum on community-led regeneration and local food culture.
Climate change is a pressing issue facing urban communities, and yet there are few places where people can go to learn about sustainable living. With a blueprint for creating community sustainability hubs across UK town centres, charity Greener & Cleaner is hoping to change that.
What is the role of arts & culture on the high street? Watch the full recording from our in-person event at the LightHouse & Gardens featuring speakers from the Design Council, Design Museum, and UD Music.
Join us on November 28 to experience a unique space dedicated to sustainable food initiatives and participate in an open discussion with the team that made it happen.
Partnerships are key! Read the main takeaways from our forum on university-led high street regeneration, hosted in September 2022 by London Higher and Hassell.
The story of how a student union and an art school worked together to launch a creative community hub, exhibition space, workplace, and retail shop in the centre of Kingston town centre - in the middle of a pandemic.
Do you have an interest in high street property activation led by arts & culture? Join us for a networking event on Wednesday October 26.
