Debates
We hold an annual debate series exploring a theme related to the design of the built environment, and looking at the issue of community participation in the design process. We assemble a mixed panel of design and regeneration professionals, community project leaders and social commentators and encourage lively debate among panel members and the audience.
This year's series
Community led design: what is it and does it work?
The term ‘'community led design’ means different things to different people but does it really mean in practice? And does it lead to high quality places and spaces that are socially economically and environmentally sustainable?
This series will explore and challenge the mixed perceptions of community led design and consider the value and impact of its practice in the UK today. We will bring together panellists from the community, design, local government and development sector to talk about:
- their experience of community led design projects
- what they see as the qualities and outcomes of community led design
- whether they think the current social, political and economic climate supports or hinders community led design
- how community led design affects / is relevant to them and their sector
- what they and their sector can do to support and be supported by community led design
This year our debates will be in:
This series is being delivered in partnership with Architecture + Design Scotland, Architecture Centre, Bristol, Northern Architecture and Design Council CABE.
Who are Glass-House Debates for?
Glass-House Debates are for anyone interested in the topic who would like to explore the issue further. Our debates generally attract a mixed audience of professionals, community representatives, students, commentators etc. We welcome and hope for as diverse an audience as possible.
How do I take part?
Glass-House debates are free, but places are limited. Please visit our training and events page to register.
Past Debates
Our previous debate topics include:
- The Sustainable Community Building: Refurbishment vs New Build
- Duty To Involve: What It Means To Community Led Design
- Who Are We Building For? A debate focusing on housing and its role in physical regeneration and communities
- Are We Designing Young People Out Of Public Space?
- How Does Public Space Reflect And Affect Community?
We had an excellent day and the places we visited were amazingly close to what we are trying to create here in Stockwell. I am grateful for your acute interest in what we have to say
Can I once again thank Glass-House for all their help and interest. You are an excellent organisation – and the staff are lovely as well!”
The training experience was extremely enjoyable and very informative. We have come away with a design which we feel we can put into reality and the training was probably the best I have attended.
The course was excellent and I can't thank you and Glass-House enough for the support you've given us, it has made all the difference to the way we look at the project."
