Celebrating the Academy of Urbanism
Last night at the JTP offices we celebrated twenty years of The Academy of Urbanism. It was a pleasure to reconnect with familiar faces from earlier days, including Kevin Murray, Jas Atwal and John Dales, and to spend time with Stephen Haines, Alessandra Covino, Robert Blake and Joe Bonomo from David Lock Associates Ltd. Outgoing […]
Evolving Watchet
It has been an interesting and challenging few days in Watchet, Somerset. Earlier this week we gained permission to close a surface car park in order to test ideas for how the town might become greener, more welcoming, more biodiverse, more climate resilient, and more people focused. The temporary closure created space to explore new […]
National Urban Design Conference
It was an inspirational few days in Ipswich at the National Urban Design Group Conference. I was invited to speak in the opening session, “Making It Happen: Collaborative Mechanisms for Place Delivery.” My talk, “Maps, Meetings & Meaning,” explored how Feria Urbanism engages diverse groups to create responsive urban design solutions. By combining technical investigation […]
Fordingbridge Public Exhibition
Our exhibition in Fordingbridge last week was a great success, attracting nearly 500 visitors over three days and generating more than 160 completed surveys. This marks an important step forward for the Fordingbridge Neighbourhood Plan. Feedback from attendees was very positive, with many praising the innovative ideas, clear presentation, and exciting future proposals. Several noted […]
Pet Shop Boys London Walk
I am delighted that my nomination for The Academy of Urbanism Summer of Walking programme has been accepted. Researching this walk was great fun and, although I felt nervous at first, I am now excited to share the experience with others. The walk is inspired by references to specific places in Pet Shop Boys lyrics. […]
New Forest Waterside
A new project is now underway with Feria Urbanism exploring the identity, character, and personality of the waterside communities along the New Forest coastline. The work will involve video, photography, and map-making to capture the distinct qualities of these places. The first visit took place on a wonderfully sunny Friday afternoon and evening last week, […]
Revitalising Bournemouth
I am delighted to be working with Jessica Toale MP on the revitalisation of Bournemouth town centre. Having contributed to plans and projects here over the past decade, it is fascinating to see how the town continues to evolve. I am pleased to be offering Jessica and her team advice on town planning, urban design, […]
The Planning Summit 2025
I am pleased to share that I have been invited to be a panellist at The Planning Summit 2025. This annual gathering is a key event for professionals across the planning sector, offering valuable insights into the latest reforms, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of our communities. The programme will cover proposed changes to […]
Pier Journal Feature
I was pleased to be featured in Issue 10 of Pier Journal, reflecting on a positive future for Bournemouth Town Centre and highlighting urban planning projects delivered by Feria Urbanism. The article included my thoughts alongside contributions from Rich Herrett, BCP Council member for Wallisdown & Winton West, Paul Kinvig from the Bournemouth Town Centre […]
Totton Framework Masterplan
Feria Urbanism is delighted to be part of the winning team commissioned by New Forest District Council to produce the Totton Town Centre Framework Master Plan. Building on our extensive community engagement in 2022, this project marks the next chapter in shaping how Totton can thrive. Insights from earlier work have already led to meaningful […]
Celebrating Project Wins
An update on two Feria Urbanism projects. The Cirencester Neighbourhood Plan has now been submitted to Cotswold District Council for examination and, hopefully, a final referendum. Work began in early 2021 and the project has successfully navigated challenges such as remote working, shifts in planning policy, and coordination with a parallel town centre masterplan. It […]
Launch Events ‘Public Notice’
Last week I joined a panel discussion in Norwich to mark the launch of Issue Two of Public Notice, the magazine from Public Practice. It was a privilege to speak alongside such talented and inspiring people, and I am delighted that the work of Feria Urbanism is featured in the second edition of the magazine. […]