Barbican Renewal – Furniture Designer

Tender description

A contract is required to develop an overarching furniture strategy and bespoke designs for the Barbican Centre through the following stages: An analysis of the proposed use of the Foyers, Conservatory, Learning Spaces, Sculpture Court and Lakeside in close consultation with the Barbican Renewal design team and using the RIBA Stage 4 design as a basis to classify types of spaces, zones, likely users and shifts at different times of the day and week, for example: Comfortable, informal seating that can be easily moved and reconfigured for flexible use of spaces Ergonomic design including for individuals with mobility challenges that is integrated in general seating areas Furniture for quiet, individual work Furniture for communal gathering Moveable/ foldable/ stackable furniture for events held in different spaces The City anticipates launching the tender for this service in June 2026. The procurement will follow an Open Procedure. If you are interested in participating, please complete and submit your completed PME questionnaire via this portal.