On 22nd January 2025, we hosted a roundtable in collaboration with Grosvenor. The event is the first in a series, with each addressing a call to action that emerged from Grosvenor and The Crown Estate's recently launched report, "Inclusive Spaces and Places: A collaborative approach to inclusive design" (click title to read report). This roundtable aimed to develop thought leadership on the "Collaborate and Educate" call to action.

We were delighted to be hosting a diverse group of experts from across the built environment:

• Amanprit Arnold, Deaf Urban Strategist and Disability Inclusion Innovator
• Ben Channon, Head of Inclusive Environments at Buro Happold
• Jon Eaglesham, Managing Director at Barr Gazetas
• Matt Gowty, Community Manager at Fivefields, x+why
• Del Hossain, Professor of Architecture and Leadership at UCL. Founder of WOWMIND
• Helen Parton, (Chair) journalist and author of new book on neurodiversity and design
• Lucy Puddle, Project Director at Grosvenor
• Callum Russell, Independent Disability Consultant at CrystalEyes
• Will Stewart, Health and Wellbeing Advisor at Ekkist

The event took place at Fivefields, which felt fitting as in collaboration with the project client, Grosvenor, we pursued a highly inclusive approach to the design at all stages.

You can view the outcomes report here, which summarises a rich and insightful discussion, from which four key themes emerged:

1. 1. The urgent need for a shift from compliance to innovation
2. 2. Collaboration as early as possible in the design process
3. 3. Inclusive design is a process of continuous learning
4. 4. Human infrastructure is essential

Inclusive, human-centric design benefits everyone. To design and operate inclusive spaces, we must engage in ongoing evaluation, celebrate successes, and address shortcomings transparently. Our commitment is to continuously learn, evolve, and strive to be better.