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Expert insight, intelligence gathering and knowledge sharing is in LCA’s lifeblood and ensures that our clients receive the highest quality strategic advice and counsel.
With our passionate understanding of politics and public policy, together with the societal and economic trends that shape the built environment, we provide unparalleled advice to our clients.
Through regular and customised briefings and events, we help to navigate through what can be a confusing and fast-changing landscape.
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Neon Renaissance: How London nights are changing
London has never been a truly 24-hour city like New York or Barcelona, but it does know how to have a good night out. Or at least it did.
Safety in the Built Environment: Designing with Care and Communication
Safety is something we all seek, and yet it means something different to each of us. It’s deeply personal, shaped by experience, identity, and circumstance – and one of the most complex and crucial topics in our society today.
From protest to power: What could Reform’s local gains mean for the built environment?
Following Reform UK’s stunning local election performance on 1 May, party leader Nigel Farage promised a “new dawn” in British politics. The party secured 677 council seats, took control of 10 councils, won a parliamentary by-election, and claimed two mayoralties.
The politics of London’s festivals
Last weekend marked the start of the Brockwell Live series of festivals, marking the unofficial start of summer for many Londoners (myself included). However, thanks to some local residents, the journey to get to this point wasn’t quite as smooth as usual.
Rimmel reframes influence, stepping out of the beauty aisle and into the kitchen
In an age where unboxing videos are a dime a dozen, and influencers are saturated with swatches and send-outs, brands are having to ditch the cookie cutter approach to cut through.
Deirdra Armsby has joined LCA
We are thrilled to announce that Deirdra Armsby has joined LCA on a consultancy basis as a Senior Advisor.
Oxford Street welcomes IKEA: A sign of retail resurgence
The much-anticipated IKEA store has finally opened its doors on Oxford Street, marking a significant milestone for the iconic shopping destination.
The Polls Are Open – But What Might Happen Next?
Polls are open in the first major electoral test since Keir Starmer swept into Downing Street last July.
Street sign honouring the birthplace of Queen Elizabeth II
LCA worked with Westminster City Council to create a commemorative street sign honouring the birthplace of Queen Elizabeth II.
The rebirth of Topshop
Millennials recently went into a frenzy after some mysterious Instagram posts from Topshop hinted at the possible revival of a physical store. The cryptic posts read: ‘we’ve been listening’ and ‘we missed you too’.
Accelerators: “Did Content Kill the Media Star?”
The media landscape is different today than it was yesterday, with the pace of change getting ever quicker.
Building the future: The planning and infrastructure bill
The publication of the lengthy and complex Planning and Infrastructure Bill eight months after the General Election is further proof that the Government understands that further reform is desperately needed.
What else is in store for the built environment in 2025?
Several major policy announcements will shape the sector this year. From the Government’s long-term Housing Strategy to the Spending Review and long-awaited leasehold reform, here is what else to watch for in 2025.
Turbulence Ahead
Some assumed the arrival of a Labour Government would herald a smoother ride for a Labour-dominated London, after a turbulent few years.
Is East London on the brink of significant change?
East London has experienced a dramatic change in the last decade, with some of the largest population increases in the city. It’s also rife with opportunity.
The politically charged social landscape: Why 2025 is a turning point for marketers
With so many eyes on social media following the US election, we explore what a politically charged, fragmented social landscape means for marketers.
What’s in store for the built environment in 2025?
Labour swept into power, promising ‘Change’ and a complete overhaul of how the country is run. With a promise to get Britain building.
Authentic brand partnerships reign supreme
Timothée Chalamet made headlines by arriving at his red carpet premiere on a Lime bike this week.
Temporary accommodation in 2024
Temporary accommodation, sadly, in 2024 means something very different. And not so temporary.
The Passing of a Political Giant
LCA’s Jane Groom remembers her time working for former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott.
Solving the housing crisis isn’t just about land or planning – it’s about power, literally
The UK’s housing crisis is well-documented: there aren’t enough homes in the cities where people want to live, pushing prices up.
