Architecture and built environment centres (ABECs)

Architecture and built environment centres (ABECs) inspire young people and communities to get involved in architecture and inspire decision makers and professionals to prioritise high quality sustainable design.

Architecture centres seek to increase levels of skill, knowledge and opportunity amongst professionals and the public across England. We support and fund architecture centres to increase awareness, understanding, opportunity and aspiration on issues relating to design quality in the built environment.

We also fund and collaborate with the Architecture Centre Network, the national body for architecture centres.

Architecture Centre Network

The Architecture Centre Network is the development and advocacy organisation for architecture centres in the United Kingdom.

arc

Promotes and fosters quality in architecture and public space in the Humber region.

Architecture Centre Devon & Cornwall

Promotes quality in design and the built environment in Devon and Cornwall.

BEAM

Helps people make better places through learning and education, the promotion of good design, and the imaginative use of the arts in the public realm.

Kent Architecture Centre

Aims to improve the urban environment of Kent and south east England by promoting good architecture and design and providing advice, training and education.

MADE (Midlands Architecture + the Designed Environment)

Supports and promotes excellence in place-making in the West Midlands, bringing architecture, public space and urban design together to make better places for people.

New London Architecture

Permanent exhibition space showcasing current issues in architecture, planning and development in London.

Northern Architecture

Promotes high quality architecture and design in the north east of England via projects, programmes and events for professionals and the public.

Open House

Aims to educate and inspire discussions on the value of architectural excellence in London, and showcase outstanding design.

Opun

Works with decision-makers, professionals, communities and young people to improve the design of the built environment in the East Midlands.