Join the discussion between New York and London on rethinking streetscapes to prioritise people, create dynamic and sustainable environments, and enhance the public realm.

Following the NLA ‘Public London: Activating the City’ report, this event brings together experts from New York and London to share insights on rethinking streetscapes by reallocating space in favour of people. 

 

Focusing on two globally famous streets, Oxford Street in London and Fifth Avenue in New York, we will explore the transformation needed to create dynamic, sustainable environments and enhance the public realm, strengthening the global status of both streets. Both Oxford Street and Fifth Avenue are prominent retail and tourist destinations facing significant transport and mobility pressures. The discussion will emphasise the importance of partnerships and long-term strategies.

 

In London, the Oxford Street programme, led by Westminster City Council in partnership with The New West End Company, aims to declutter and enhance the area from Marble Arch to Tottenham Court Road with wider footways, rest areas, more greenery, and improved pedestrian crossings. In New York, similar efforts will be discussed to make Fifth Avenue more welcoming and functional for people. 

 

This event forms a part of the NLA City Dialogues programme, which brings together speakers and audiences to foster cross-city dialogue and learning between cities.

Members, please contact membership@nla.london for your discount code to claim your free ticket.

Programme coming soon.