Architecture Groups London

FREE Walking Tour of Marylebone [FULL]

[Please follow 👉this link👈 to reserve your place with the tour guide before you RSVP](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-square-route-around-marylebone-tickets-1992480225992?) Walk with us through some of London’s historic urban squares to discover stories of these elegant spaces and the people who lived in them. The importance of providing open spaces in the capital, especially in residential areas, was recognised as early as the 1600s, with the laying out of the first planned estates and the emergence of the distinctive London garden square. Today these urban squares are some of the most admired features of London’s streetscape and have long attracted many famous residents from the arts, literature, music, politics and other fields. Followed by social at a venue near Manchester Square. *See comments below for updates*

LoMAZ No Waitlist Social: British Museum Room 47 + pub (a Dracula Daily event)

**Unlike our regular events, which often have waitlists, our No Waitlist Socials have no cap on numbers. It's a great way to see what we're about.** **We meet and greet in the museum cafe, then we visit just ONE room/area in the museum where you're free to wander around at your own pace.** ***Please note, this ISN'T a guided tour,* we simply limit the number of rooms so it's more manageable with a larger group. Then we head to the pub!** **THIS MONTH, JOIN US ON A VISIT TO ROOM 47 IN THE BRITISH MUSEUM: THE EUROPE 1800-1900 GALLERY** Bram Stoker used the British Museum Reading Room to investigate maps, travel accounts, and folklore regarding Transylvania to write Dracula in 1897. In the opening chapter of Dracula, protagonist Jonathan Harker visits the British Museum library to research Transylvanian geography and Castle Dracula before his fateful journey. **Read more [here](https://ianfarrington.wordpress.com/2025/11/27/draculas-london-the-british-museum/).** Room 47 showcases the technological developments of the time Bram Stoker and the characters were living, as well stunning traditional craftsmanship. For Britain, the 19th century was a period of stability and industrial supremacy. On the continent, France underwent three revolutions, while the second half of the century saw the unification of Germany and Italy. During this period, international exhibitions fostered the growth of machine technology, yet traditional craftsmanship flourished alongside. **Read more** **[here](https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/galleries/europe-1800-1900).** **THE PLAN:** **3:00-3.40pm: MEET AND GREET IN BRITISH MUSEUM COURT CAFE** Look for the hosts wearing LoMAZ badges/LoMAZ signs on the table. **3:40pm-4.30pm: EXPLORE ROOM 47: THE EUROPE 1800–1900 GALLERY** Find the museum map **[here.](https://www.britishmuseum.org/visit/museum-map)** **4.30pm: GATHER BY ROOM 47 ENTRANCE TO WALK TO THE PUB TOGETHER** **4:45pm-LATE: PUB SOCIAL** Address: The Penderel's Oak pub, 283-288 High Holborn, London WC1V 7HP. We may not be able to reserve tables so please be prepared to stand and mingle. [https://maps.app.goo.gl/1PF1LDymBw8Jcabn9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/1PF1LDymBw8Jcabn9) **TICKETS:** Entrance to the British Museum is free, but we recommend you get book a free ticket in advance, to ensure entry. **[https://ticketing.britishmuseum.org/21397/24350](https://ticketing.britishmuseum.org/21397/24350)** **GETTING THERE:** **Address:** British Museum, Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG Find more information **[here.](https://www.britishmuseum.org/visit#getting-here)** **EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:** As our No Waitlist events can get quite busy, we'll have a WhatsApp group for this event to help you find the group on the day. Please see the Event Comments for the link. **FINALLY:** Please change your RSVP to 'no' if you can no longer attend, so the hosts know who to look out for. **Thank you for your interest in the group & being part of LoMAZ.** Image credit: [Lajos Kristóf Kántor](https://www.pexels.com/@lajos-kristof-kantor-2158796893/)

London Built Environment August 2026 Mayfair Networking Breakfast

IMPORTANT: PLEASE BOOK YOUR TICKET USING THE EVENTBRITE LINK London Built Environment is the Capital's only business network dedicated to professionals working within London’s property based and related industries. Our networking events are extremely relaxed and casual affairs and attended by a wide range of business sectors with everyone from developers & solicitors to architects, investors to estate agents... Each ticket includes teas, coffees and juices and a full breakfast food buffet (including vegetarian options) and your own printed attendee sheet to take away. Join us for our August 2026 Business Networking Breakfast at the Fabulous Bonds of Mayfair - in their private lounge for a delicious breakfast, drinks and the opportunity to talk property, make new friends and seek out fresh business leads. • No Speeches • No Talks or Schedule • No Membership Fees • No Sales Presentations Just pure relaxed networking in a friendly environment. Running for over a Decade our events are a proven, cost effective and fun way to generate new business.

Design Systems London #17

DSL is a non-profit community aimed at creating a platform for every enthusiast to share experiences, ideas and approaches on Design Systems. We are excited to invite you to our autumn edition of DSL! 🍂 DSL #17 will happen on 16 September, organised by YLD and sponsored by Revolut. Tickets go live on Monday, 17 August, at noon, so make sure you set your reminder and reserve your seat to join us: [https://dsl17.eventbrite.co.uk/?aff=mt](https://dsl17.eventbrite.co.uk/?aff=mt) The evening's agenda and talks line-up to be announced soon. **Who are [Revolut](https://www.revolut.com/ "https://www.revolut.com/")** People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products — including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more — help our 75+ million customers get more from their money every day. As they continue the lightning-fast growth,‌ 2 things are essential to their success: their people and their culture. So far, they have 13,000+ people working around the world, from their offices and remotely, to help them achieve their mission. And they're looking for more brilliant people. People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution. **Who are [YLD](https://www.yld.com/ "https://www.yld.com/")** Founded in 2013, YLD is a technology consultancy headquartered in London, with offices in Lisbon and Porto. The business supports clients across the UK, Europe, and the US, working with technology leaders across a diverse range of sectors. These include heavily regulated industries such as fintech, health, energy, and media, where compliance, data governance, and audit requirements shape every technical decision. YLD brings together AI-augmented software engineering, product design, and data engineering under a single offering, built around a fluid, embedded team model where composition is shaped by the client brief, not a fixed org chart. YLD is hiring - check out the [job page](https://www.yld.com/join-us "https://www.yld.com/join-us") Join the conversation on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/yld/ "https://www.linkedin.com/company/yld/")

London Built Environment September 2026 City Of London Networking Lunch

IMPORTANT: PLEASE BOOK YOUR TICKET USING THE EVENTBRITE LINK London Built Environment is the Capital's only business network dedicated to professionals working within London’s property based and related industries. Our networking events are extremely relaxed and casual affairs and attended by a wide range of business sectors with everyone from developers & solicitors to architects, investors to estate agents... Each ticket includes a delicious full lunch buffet (including v. options), a drink (alcholic or soft) and your own printed attendee sheet to take away. Join us for our September 2026 Business Networking Lunch at the Fabulous Anthologist Next To Bank Station In The Heart Of The City Of London - in their private lounge for lunch, drinks and the opportunity to talk property, make new friends and seek out fresh business leads. • No Speeches • No Talks or Schedule • No Membership Fees • No Sales Presentations Just pure relaxed networking in a friendly environment. Running for almost Two Decade our events are a proven, cost effective and fun way to generate new business.

London Built Environment September Property Sector Networking At The Gherkin

IMPORTANT: PLEASE BOOK YOUR TICKET USING THE EVENTBRITE LINK London Built Environment is the Capital's only business network dedicated to professionals working within London’s property based and related industries. Our networking events are extremely relaxed and casual affairs and attended by a wide range of business sectors with everyone from developers & solicitors to architects, IFA's to estate agents... Each ticket includes two drinks (alcoholic or soft) a food buffet (including vegetarian options) and your own printed attendee sheet to take away. Join us for our September 2026 City Business Networking Reception at the World Famous Sterling Bar At The Gherkin In the Heart of The City of London in their private lounge for music, drinks, some of their fantastic food and the opportunity to talk property, make new friends and seek out fresh business leads. • No Speeches • No Membership Fees • No Sales Presentations The Gherkin is one of the most iconic architectural spots in London and the stylish Sterling Restaurant sits at its base. Food is all freshly prepared and there’s a great range of wine and drinks to accompany a meal or just to complement good conversation. The glass walled, main bar offers plenty of space and great views out onto the concourse and the impressive architecture and unique design make The Sterling a trendy spot in the centre of the City. We’ll be sampling some of their delicious menu at the event. A relaxing and productive way to end the working day and line-up meetings for the rest of the year – just don’t forget to bring your business cards... Running for over a Decade our events are a proven, cost effective and fun way to generate new business.

London Built Environment August Property Sector Networking At The Gherkin

IMPORTANT: PLEASE BOOK YOUR TICKET USING THE EVENTBRITE LINK London Built Environment is the Capital's only business network dedicated to professionals working within London’s property based and related industries. Our networking events are extremely relaxed and casual affairs and attended by a wide range of business sectors with everyone from developers & solicitors to architects, IFA's to estate agents... Each ticket includes two drinks (alcoholic or soft) a food buffet (including vegetarian options) and your own printed attendee sheet to take away. Join us for our August 2026 City Business Networking Reception at the World Famous Sterling Bar At The Gherkin In the Heart of The City of London in their private lounge for music, drinks, some of their fantastic food and the opportunity to talk property, make new friends and seek out fresh business leads. • No Speeches • No Membership Fees • No Sales Presentations The Gherkin is one of the most iconic architectural spots in London and the stylish Sterling Restaurant sits at its base. Food is all freshly prepared and there’s a great range of wine and drinks to accompany a meal or just to complement good conversation. The glass walled, main bar offers plenty of space and great views out onto the concourse and the impressive architecture and unique design make The Sterling a trendy spot in the centre of the City. We’ll be sampling some of their delicious menu at the event. A relaxing and productive way to end the working day and line-up meetings for the rest of the year – just don’t forget to bring your business cards... Running for over a Decade our events are a proven, cost effective and fun way to generate new business.

Write The Docs London Summer Social 2026

Catch up with a cool drink (or two!) with your fellow documentations at our annual summer social 🍹 Join us anytime at [Market Halls Paddington](https://maps.app.goo.gl/nX3n85rs7XXm5FVS7) from 6pm onwards! **Location notice** As this this will be a public venue, there may be background noise from music and other patrons.

Composition in ballet photography with Ana.

Riverside & Georgian Gothic Walk

A gentle, flat 6-mile walk along the Thames from Kingston to Richmond. After coffee at the Argonaut Café will follow the Thames though Kingston and Ham admiring the mansions and views from the Thames Path. At Teddington Lock will cross the river via the footbridge and continue through Teddington. We then reach the Georgian Gothic revival masterpiece of Strawberry Hill House. Created by Horace Walpole in the 18th century it was the inspiration for the Gothic revival in England and the setting for "The castle of Otranto", the first Gothic novel in English language. Walpole intended a tour of Strawberry Hill to be a theatrical experience. You enter a gloomy hall and pass up a staircase of grey stony appearance before finally entering the sumptuous state apartment, a burst of crimson and gold. We can explore the house and gardens, syringas and honeysuckles along the winding paths. We will stop for lunch at the Cloister coffee house. Gardens and café free, charge for entry and guided tour of house. Afterwards easy walk back along other bank of Thames to Richmond. We will pass York House, Orleans House and Marble Hill House before crossing back. Final tiffin stop at the hidden Hollyhocks tea rooms on Richmond Hill. Short cut option after Strawberry Hill House as nearby station with services back to start or Richmond and London. Refreshments Café at start. Lots of pubs and cafes on route. Option to bring packed lunch as picnic benches at lunch stop. Travel Southwestern trains to Kingston from Waterloo. Services stop at Clapham Junction. At Richmond there are District and Mildmay Lines, and Southwestern trains. Southwestern train back to Kingston or 65 bus. Payable parking at start and end. Start 11:00am at tables at Argonaut Café, Riverside, Kingston, KT1 1TF. A good knowledge of English history is required for this walk.

The Unusual : Minimalist Abstract-ish Photography

Are you looking to do something different? Today we will blend an unusual combination of techniques to help create images that feel intentional, quiet and visually striking. These techniques are: **Minimalist principles** \- reduction\, clarity\, negative space\, restraint **Abstract-ish approaches** \- ambiguity\, distortion\, framing **Negative space** \- as an active compositional tool\, not empty background Come along if you would like to break free from photographic constraints and look for the unusual. **WHAT YOU WILL LEARN** * Use an unusual combination of minimalist, abstract-ish, and negative‑space techniques * See geometric and abstract potential in everyday environments * Compose images with clarity and restraint * Create photographs that feel calm, bold, or ambiguous * Develop a personal minimalist style rooted in observation * Camera settings to enhance style EQUIPMENT * Any camera * Any lens * An open mind and fun attitude! TRANSPORT As usual check the TFL website for any disruptions that may delay your journey on the day. CONTACT Alex 07956 264049 **TRAVEL WEEKENDS** **BERLIN - Oct 2026** **[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/315327779](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/315327779)** **VENICE - Oct 2026** **[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100/](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100/)** **VALENCIA - Jan 2027** **[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100)** **MONTHLY EVENTS** **[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events)**

Layers of the Barbican

**Discover the Barbican through drawing as we explore its unique architecture, layered walkways, and striking geometry.** **Together we'll walk down and observe how light, shadow, texture, and perspective transform one of London's most iconic Brutalist spaces.** **Whether you're interested in architecture, urban sketching, or simply looking more closely at the city, this is an invitation to see the Barbican with fresh eyes.** **No experience is needed bring a sketchbook and your favourite drawing materials.** **Meeting point: 2:30 pm outside the Silk Street entrance to the Barbican Centre.** **See you there** **Fabiola** **Drawing credits Elena Zamora**