Alternative housing models: new approaches to shared living, Powered by PechaKucha

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Tuesday 29 April 2025
18:15 - 20:15

This PechaKucha explores innovative housing models in London that are reshaping shared living spaces, fostering community and exploring how people connect in an urban setting.

As urban living continues to evolve, alternative housing models are redefining how we share space, build communities, and create meaningful connections. From co-living and build-to-rent schemes to purpose-built student accommodation and intergenerational housing, these diverse models are responding to shifting demographics, affordability challenges, and changing lifestyle preferences.

This PechaKucha will delve into London’s newest innovative housing typologies which are fostering social interaction and a sense of belonging among residents of different ages and backgrounds. During the evening, speakers will explore the design principles, operational strategies, and community-building initiatives that shape successful shared living environments. What role does architecture play in encouraging interaction within dense urban settings? How can these alternative housing models create vibrant, inclusive communities that support diverse needs?

Join us for an evening of insights and forward-thinking ideas on the future of shared living.

The format, Pecha Kucha (ペチャクチャ), was devised in Tokyo in 2003 by the English architect Mark Dytham and has turned into a massive global celebration of design, with events happening in hundreds of cities around the world. Drawing its name from the Japanese term for the sound of "chit chat", it rests on a presentation format that is based on a simple idea: 20 images x 20 seconds. The format makes presentations concise, keeps things moving at a rapid pace and holds its audience.

Programme

18:15
Guests arrive

18:40
Welcome from Chair

Emily Gabb, Head of Strategic Partnerships, NLA

18:45
Co-living: Chatelain House

Gloria Volpato, Architect, Howells

18:52
Later Living: Brookwater House

Joe Shepherd, Architect, PRP

18:59
BTR: Greenford Quay Masterplan

Hasan Cenktas, Architect, HTA

19:06
Intergenerational Living: Melfield Gardens

Tom Randle, Senior Associate, Levitt Bernstein

19:13
PBSA: Orchard Wharf

Taylar Vernon, Senior Planning Manager, Regal London

19:20
Co-Living: The Castle

Esra Abd Elrahman, Project Coordinator - Housing Development & Regeneration, LB Ealing

19:27
Humble Habitable Homes

Bedir Bekar, Associate, Price & Myers

19:34
Networking

20:15
End

Download Speaker Presentations

Bedir-Bekar---Price-and-Myers.pdf
Esra-Abd-Elrahman---LB-Ealing.pdf
Taylar-Vernon---Regal-London.pdf
Tom-Randle---Levitt-Bernstein.pdf
Joe-Shepherd---PRP.pdf
Gloria-Volpato---Howells.pdf
Hasan-Cenktas---HTA.pdf

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Speaker biographies

Joe Shepherd

Architect, PRP Architects

Bedir Bekar

Associate, Price & Myers

Tom Randle

Senior Associate, Levitt Bernstein

Hasan Cenktas

Architect, HTA Design LLP

Emily Gabb

Associate Director, NLA

Gloria Volpato

Architect, Howells

Taylar Vernon

Senior Planning Manager, Regal

venue

The London Centre
3 Aldermanbury
London
EC2V 7HH

accessibility

There are 4 steps to the main entrance, with a level access entrance via the Guildhall West Wing approximately 200 feet away. There are toilets and accessible toilets via stairs or a lift to the lower ground floor. If you would like more information, or have any access requirements, please let us know what these are and how we can best accommodate these by emailing events@nla.london.