Residents have an exciting opportunity to explore what the future of Milton Keynes could look like at a free exhibition from 31 August – 17 September at MK Gallery.
The exhibition led by Pooleyville and funded by Milton Keynes City Council will feature design projects created by architecture students from the University of Nottingham who have spent the past year studying the city and its archives as well as developing potential future designs for the city. The focus of their studies has been Greentown ’23, referencing the ambitious - but unbuilt - 1970s plans for a third garden city in MK.
Residents will be able to gain insight into the studies, which include an experimental eco-housing Expo in Campbell Park, pop-up pavilions across Central Milton Keynes, creative reuse of iconic city centre buildings and future build proposals.
There will be a keynote talk by architect Alison Davies on how MK’s internationally significant archives can show what a future MK could look like, discussions on the design proposals and a range of talks, exhibitions and events from the city archive partners, including MK City Discovery Centre and the Living Archive MK.
Everyone is welcome to contribute, but as spaces for the programme’s talks and events are expected to be popular, booking early is encouraged. For more information visit: https://mkarchive.city
“We’re delighted to see that Milton Keynes is receiving even more recognition in universities. It’s really encouraging to see the students work who have come up with some really exciting designs for our city. The exhibition and events programme will bring people together and give them the opportunity to make positive contributions to our plans for well-planned growth for our city. I’d recommend that people sign up early to ensure they don’t miss out.”