Urban Design Group: The National Urban Design Conference 2026,Glasgow

When: Thursday 8 October-Friday 9 October  •  9 AM-5 PM

Where: Technology and Innovation Centre (TIC) Conference, Meetings & Events – University of Strathclyde, G1 1RD

The Urban Design Group is excited to announce that we will be holding the National Urban Design Conference for 2026 in Glasgow.

This year, we will explore the theme ‘Places for LIFE’, drawing inspiration from Glasgow and beyond. Expect an outstanding programme featuring insightful talks and current thinking from leading speakers, inspiring walking workshops, engaging discussions, and plenty of opportunities for meaningful conversations, connection and networking.

Together, throughout the conference, participants will have the opportunity to identify ways to improve existing government policy, guidance and practice, helping to shape a shared agenda that as a community can be taken forward to influence debate, inspire action and deliver meaningful progress across the built environment industry and beyond.

Key Topics:

Innovation | Solutions |Density |Women and Girls |Blue Green Infrastructure | Community | Regeneration |Investment | Heritage | Safer Parks

Local Authority/Public Sector/Students/Not-for-profits (Please email director@udg.org.uk to apply for discount)

Cost: £100-£400

Booking: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/national-urban-design-conference-2026-tickets-1992144686384#location