Architecture of Battersea Nine Elms Walking Tour
On this walk we will see the Rainbow Plaque for My Beautiful Laundrette, cross under the newly opened Arch 42, see the floating village of Nine Elms and walk down 'Happy Street' to explore the past, present and future of this pocket of London. This tour is for everyone interested in belonging in Battersea.
Have you ever seen a pig fly? You would have in December 1976 near the Battersea Power Station! We cannot promise flying pigs but what you will see is iconic architecture, outdoor art and work in progress on the largest regeneration project in Europe.
This is a place where the past meets the future. Building and un-building of pleasure gardens, railways, industries, embassies and shopping malls reflect the ever changing aspirations of this pocket of London. At the heart of this place are people who create, build, live and work here. Stories of these people will help us understand how spaces we share in common can be inclusive or exclusive, public or private, connected or disconnected.
Key Themes of the Walk:
- Public vs Private vs Privately Owned Public Spaces
- History of Nine Elms and its future aspirations
- How public art contributes to place making
Proud to be part of London Festival of Architecture 2026.
Event Performance Details
Event Location
Rainbow Plaque - My Beautiful Laundrette
Venue InfoGreater London
England
SW8 2XA
