Spaces
Are you working on a project to revitalise or develop a new open space? Whether your space is a part of a larger scheme or a self-contained project, the design decisions you make during the development stages will have a great impact on:
- how the space is used and enjoyed
- how the space relates to what is around it
- its long term management and maintenance
Glass-House support can help you explore what is possible, what is practical and what could be delightful. We will work with you to help you create a space that brings positive change to your neighbourhood and real benefits to the people who use it. We offer both scheduled programmes around the UK and tailored support that can be delivered where you are.
Study ToursAttend a Spaces Study Tour to experience inspiring open space projects and meet the communities who developed them. These one-day tours help groups explore landscaping and materials and move their projects forward through discussion, led by landscape architects and Glass-House staff. We also have a Play Study Tour, focusing specifically on creating play areas and playful landscapes. More information on our Study Tours.
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Design TrainingOur two-day Spaces by Design courses give community groups the design skills, knowledge and confidence to contribute effectively to the design of their open space. Attending groups work with landscape architects and Glass-House staff to develop their existing project through creative hands-on workshops and have the chance to visit inspiring parks, squares and other inspiring spaces. Our Spaces by Design Programme can be delivered with a particular focus around play. We also offer Young SpaceMakers, a course designed specifically for young people involved in an open space project. |
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WorkshopsOur tailored Workshops give you the tools, skills and confidence to work effectively with design professionals, the wider community and other stakeholders to develop your spaces project. Workshops help you to understand landscaping principles, explore what a design brief is and how to develop one or how to engage the community in your design project. More information on our Workshops.
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Some spaces projects we have supported
Here are some examples of the work we have done with groups on spaces projects.:
- Spitalfields Community Association, London
- St Paul's Park, Bristol
- Helping Friends of Myatts Field Park, Camberwell to redesign their playground
- Friends of Belle View Park, Glamorgan
Useful Resources
Visit our Spaces Resources page for downloadable resources on community led spaces.
More information
Please get in touch to discuss how we can help you via email info@theglasshouse.org.uk or telephone 020 7490 4583.
For more information on our current training and events, have a look at our Training and Events page.
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."
