Publica

Publica is a research and urban design practice that works at a variety of scales, from the detailed design of a single street to setting the vision and strategy for an entire district.

What we do

Visions, Strategies and Masterplans
Principle-led visions, strategies and briefs for regeneration projects, developments and masterplans

Research
In-depth research into a wide range of issues which have a direct impact on cities, their development and the quality of civic life

Urban Design
Bold, ambitious designs for public spaces that celebrate civic dignity and enhance everyday life

Identity and Communications
Outstanding graphic design and communications projects for clients who share our ethos

Our Approach

Our work contributes to a global conversation about how to make cities more efficient, inclusive, vibrant and safe. By applying research and intelligence to the process of urban change, we strive to preserve the vitality of urban neighbourhoods in the midst of rapid growth and development.

News

Newham Council appoints Publica to produce a borough-wide cultural strategy

Projects ⋅ November 2021

Dr Ellie Cosgrave joins Publica as Director of Community Interest Company and Research

News ⋅ October 2021

Gardens on Hanover Square Reopen to Public Following Transformation

Projects ⋅ September 2021

Publica appointed Night Time Strategy Consultant to GLA 24-Hour London Team

Projects ⋅ September 2021

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Publica is a research and urban design practice that works at a variety of scales, from the detailed design of a single street to setting the vision and strategy for an entire district.

Burlington Gardens
Urban Design

An extensive redesign on Burlington Gardens has seen the area transformed into a civic space, while reinforcing its setting as the centre of the London art world. Burlington Gardens is part of a wider vision for ‘East Mayfair’ – a distinct urban quarter between Bond Street and Regent Street with a concentration of galleries, cultural and knowledge institutions, and specialist retail establishments.

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Hanover Square
Urban Design

Gardens on Hanover Square reopen to public following transformation. The extensive redesign sees the square’s original 300-year-old vista recovered to create a green oasis in the heart of London’s West End.

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The Pennine Lancashire Linear Park
Visions, Strategies & Masterplans

The Pennine Lancashire Linear Park is an exciting, pioneering and deliverable vision and programme of change conceived for a 23-mile (37-kilometre) section of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal corridor.

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Developing a Night Time Strategy
Research

In 2020, the Greater London Authority (GLA) commissioned Publica to create the most ambitious night time guidance produced by any city in the world. Published in early 2021, it sets out the many benefits for councils, communities and businesses of creating diverse and inclusive night time plans together, with step-by-step guides and inspiring case studies from across the globe on how this can be achieved.

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What we do

Visions, Strategies and Masterplans
Principle-led visions, strategies and briefs for regeneration projects, developments and masterplans