City approves Allies and Morrison’s £231m Barbican overhaul

By Tom Lowe2026-03-03T12:05:00

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Scheme to improve accessibility and sustainability at grade II-listed complex

The City of London has approved plans designed by an Allies and Morrison-led team to refurbish and restore the Barbican Arts Centre in a decision welcomed by heritage groups.

The scheme, designed in collaboration with Asif Khan Studio and engineer Buro Happold, will focus on improving accessibility and sustainability at the grade II-listed Brutalist complex.

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