Review | London of the Future

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Chris Dyson is challenged and inspired by a new book that plots multiple future trajectories for London

London of the Future was a book produced by The London Society in 1921 and edited by architect, Sir Aston Webb. A century on, the new edition is a long-anticipated sequel.

Today’s book follows the same format of a compilation of essays, though this time, thankfully, they are not exclusively by men. The Society’s Chair, Leanne Tritton introduces the many strands of thought by all the respected individuals in different fields that have contributed; they bring diverse perspectives, but all share a passion for the place.

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