Adaptive London: Reuse as innovation

Talk

Thursday 04 September 2025
18:15 - 20:15

As part of the Adaptive London programming, this Test & Learn event showcases a selection of project presentations exploring innovations in adaptive reuse and retrofit across the city.

As part of the Adaptive London programme, this fast-paced Test & Learn event showcases a curated selection of projects that demonstrate how London’s existing building stock is being creatively adapted for new uses.

Renowned for its leadership in retrofit and reuse, London is home to pioneering schemes that range in scale and typology. Drawing on case studies from the Adaptive London report, this session explores how key projects are setting new benchmarks in innovation and sustainability.

Join industry experts as they share how their projects overcome common barriers to reuse, navigate regulatory and heritage challenges, and embedded long-term circular principles to extend building lifespans and respond to the city’s changing needs.

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Speaker biographies

Josh Blackledge

Associate Architect, Stride Treglown

Maurizio Mucciola

Photographer and Architect, Maurizio Mucciola Photography

Alasdair Graham

Director, David Chipperfield Architects

Florence Maschietto

Head of Professional Programme, NLA

Venue

The London Centre
3 Aldermanbury
London
EC2V 7HH

Accessibility

There are two ways of entering the London Centre: either up 3 steps with a handrail on either side, or via a platform lift. There are gender-neutral and accessible toilets on the lower ground floor, which can be accessed via a flight of stairs.

Please note that our lift to the lower ground floor is currently out of service due to temporary works. For step-free access to the accessible toilets, please notify a member of staff at reception who will assist.

If you would like more information about the space, or have any further access requirements, please let us know how we can best accommodate these, by emailing events@nla.london.

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