Des Res - London's housing challenge

New London Architecture is launching its biggest programme yet at the Building Centre: Des Res - London's Housing Challenge. This runs from April 24 to June 14. It promises a full exploration of the issues affecting planning, designing and developing London's housing. Alongside an exhibition there will be an extensive programme of conferences, talks and events.

The Building Centre is at 26 Store Street, London WC1E 7HP (off Tottenham Court Road, nearest Underground is Goodge Street). It is open 9.30 am - 6.00 pm Monday to Friday and 10.00 am - 5.00 pm on Saturday.

For full details of Des Res go to www.newlondonarchitecture.org/desres/

There will be a PUBLIC WEEKEND on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May. Are you interested in how you can maximise the value of your home? Do you have ideas that you would like to run past an architect? Or are you concerned about the contribution your house or flat is making to your carbon footprint?

Come along to the DES RES PUBLIC WEEKEND and find the answers.
- Drop in sessions for free professional advice from architects
- Workshops exploring issues from retro-fitting for sustainability to maximising the value of your home
- Extended opening times over the weekend