Our blog with news and insights from the team
REMIX Summit London 2026
Last week Tangram Partners Laura and Andrew attended Remix Summit London 2026, themed around the power of possibility. Now in its 14th year REMIX Summit London took place at Here East in the Olympic Park and The National Gallery.
Latest news from Tangram
Tangram are working to help evaluate the heritage programme for Bradford City of Culture 2025.
Bradford City of Culture 2025 and the responsibility of enhancing a cultural ecosystem
Beyond spectacle, what is the responsibility of a City of Culture? Partner Jamie Reece explores how Bradford 2025 amplifies local culture and invites global connection to build a lasting creative ecosystem.
Moorlands and Music: The Arts as a pathway to wellbeing
From moorland art installations to conversations on music and wellbeing, Tangram’s partner Laura has been reflecting on how the arts offer both calm and connection as well as meaningful pathways to holistic healthcare.
Storyboards: A how-to guide for engaging and visual workshops
Storyboards are an underrated workshop tool. They’re versatile, engaging and visual. All you need is a sheet of paper, a pen and the seed of an idea.
A Taste of Home: Food, History and Heritage
Last week I was on holiday in and around Bologna, the place that gave spag bol to us Brits and baloney to Americans by way of tagliatelle al ragù and mortadella. My trip to Bologna got me thinking about the food and drink of the places I’ve called home: Southend-on-Sea, Leeds and East London.
Insights from Above: Learning with Birds about Our Cities
Explore how observing urban birds, from Seville's swifts to London's pigeons, offers fresh perspectives on city life, human identity, and multi-species connections, inspired by Donna Haraway's 'becoming with' philosophy.
Abundance and the UK Cultural Sector: Rethinking the Future of Arts and Culture
Apparently Abundance: How We Build a Better Future by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson is all the rage in Whitehall right now so I thought I’d better see what all the fuss is about.
Inclusive public toilets: best practice for placemakers
Public toilets shape access to public life. As placemaking strategies evolve, inclusive toilet design must become part of the conversation.
Tangram celebrates four new projects
Tangram celebrates four new projects including collaborations with Torbay Council, Creative Newham, Brent Giving, and the Greater London Authority, focusing on audience development, cultural strategy, and community impact.
Musings on the Heritage Creates 2025 Report from The Heritage Alliance
The Heritage Creates 2025 report is a reminder that heritage is about participation as much as preservation, and its power to connect communities and foster creativity.
The Community Noticeboard as cultural infrastructure
After relocating to rural Cambridgeshire, I quickly discovered that the humble Community Noticeboard was more than just a place for announcements — it was a lifeline, weaving together culture, creativity, and community spirit.
The power of Bridges: culture, community and the built environment
Bridges do more than span rivers and get you from A to B. From iconic landmarks to local crossings, they show how connection, culture, and built environments shape who we are and where we belong.