Does public art make shared spaces more inclusive or exclusive?

Episode 1 of the The Royal College of Art Podcast podcast, hosted by Royal College of Art, titled "Does public art make shared spaces more inclusive or exclusive?" was published on September 10, 2025 and runs 38 minutes.

September 10, 2025 ·38m · The Royal College of Art Podcast

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In this episode of the RCA Podcast, RCA President Christoph Lindner speaks with artist and educator Sarah Staton and architect Liza Fior about the power of public art and architecture in shaping belonging, community, and inclusion.They explore its power to invite connection, the challenges of gentrification, and the ways art can redefine the spaces we share.Guests:Sarah Staton: Sculptor, educator, and Senior Tutor of the RCA’s MA Sculpture programme, whose permanent commissions explore how public works can foster connection across generations.Liza Fior: Founding partner of Muf architecture/art and Professor of Architecture and Spatial Practice at Central Saint Martins, known for award-winning projects that put community at the centre of urban design.Get more information:Learn more about the RCA's programmes.Lear more about applying and studying at the RCA.Discover more from the RCA podcast.

Episode Description

In this episode of the RCA Podcast, RCA President Christoph Lindner speaks with artist and educator Sarah Staton and architect Liza Fior about the power of public art and architecture in shaping belonging, community, and inclusion.

They explore its power to invite connection, the challenges of gentrification, and the ways art can redefine the spaces we share.

Guests:

Sarah Staton: Sculptor, educator, and Senior Tutor of the RCA’s MA Sculpture programme, whose permanent commissions explore how public works can foster connection across generations.
Liza Fior: Founding partner of Muf architecture/art and Professor of Architecture and Spatial Practice at Central Saint Martins, known for award-winning projects that put community at the centre of urban design.

Get more information:

Learn more about the RCA's programmes.
Lear more about applying and studying at the RCA.
Discover more from the RCA podcast.

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