Ambition in Action – Custom House

Join us for a morning of insight, inspiration, and exploration as we delve into the ambitious retrofit journey of the Grade I Listed Custom House. This event, hosted by Muyiwa Oki, brings together key voices from the project to discuss how collaboration between client, consultants, and architects is transforming this historic site into a luxury 179-room hotel and vibrant riverside destination.

Agenda

• 9:00 AM – Welcome breakfast brew and a bap
• 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM – Panel Discussion hosted by Muyiwa Oki
  Featuring:
• Joss Brushfield – Jastar Capital
• Elyse Howell-Price – Orms Architects
• Sarah Robinson – The King's Foundation
• 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM – Guided Tour of Custom House
  Explore the West Wing, Tidewaiters Room, Robing Room, Long Room, and Kings Warehouse.

Why Attend?

• Discover how Jastar Capital’s ambitious vision is being realised through collaboration.
• Learn about the challenges and opportunities of retrofitting this amazing Grade I listed building.
• Be among the last to see Custom House in its current form before construction begins in Spring 2026.
• Gain insight into how the project is opening up the riverside and historic interiors to the public and community groups.

Tickets are £10 RIBA Members, £5 RIBA Student Members and £20 General Admission.

Important Notes

🚻 Please note: Washrooms are not available on site.
👟 Comfortable footwear recommended for the tour.

Unfortunately the nature of the building does not make it fully accessible to attendees. The Panel Discussion is held on a room on the first floor which is accessed via a staircase only.

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