GP 23: Truman Brewery 06: Making Places Work Well for People and Planet: with Arup

Grow Places

Dive into our latest conversation with Angela Crowther and Letty Lucy from Arup on the groundbreaking redevelopment of East London's iconic Truman Brewery. Discover how sustainable practices, community impact, and innovative design are helping this historic area to grow as a vibrant urban space.

Unlock the secrets behind transformative neighbourhood scale regeneration! Angela, an expert in structural engineering and environmental sustainability, and Letty, a specialist in social impact and community benefits, reveal their multidisciplinary approach to fostering a biodiverse and accessible environment in Spitalfields and Banglatown.

🌍 Get inspired by their vision for a vibrant, adaptable, and sustainable future:

• Inclusive Design: Learn how design principles shape outdoor and built environments, balancing aesthetics and environmental responsibility.
• Community Engagement: Discover the importance of on-the-ground research and continuous community interaction to meet local needs.
• Sustainable Practices: Hear about innovative approaches like microclimate studies and sustainable design principles that ensure environmental comfort.

🎧 Podcast Highlights:

• Angela shares insights on leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance the public realm and buildings.
• Letty emphasizes maximizing social value for local residents and the broader Tower Hamlets economy.
• Explore the synergy between diverse architectural opinions and continuous community interaction.

Key Quotes:

• Angela Crowther: “We’re making this site and the public realm and the buildings the very best that it can be, having an impact across all of the different factors that contribute to a place.”
• Letty Lucy: “It’s not just about the core economic impact, but also how it can affect the day-to-day lives of the current people who live near the site and the future users of the site.”

Join us as we walk through the historic Brick Lane, uncovering the secrets behind transforming a historic site into a vibrant urban space. Gain valuable insights into the multidisciplinary approach that fosters a biodiverse and accessible environment, enhancing the vibrant essence of existing communities while introducing beneficial changes.

Chapters

1. Exploring Urban Redevelopment in East London (00:00:00)

2. Creating Inclusive and Vibrant Urban Spaces (00:08:50)

3. Fostering Collaboration for Sustainable Urban Design (00:23:08)

4. Promoting Collaborative and Inclusive Urban Development (00:28:45)

5. Fostering Community Engagement for Urban Development (00:34:28)

6. Building Flexibility for Future Urban Development (00:43:23)