Architects, designers and artists are invited to draw up concepts for a trail of public realm interventions that enhance wayfinding and the visibility of viewing galleries within the Eastern City including The Garden at 120, Horizon 22, The Lookout, and Sky Garden.The City Views competition backed by Eastern City BID and the City of London aims to boost access and connectivity within the area and promote inclusive public seating while also responding to this years LFA theme of Voices encouraging creative responses that reflect diverse perspectives.The winning team, to be announced in March, will receive a 87,000 + VAT budget including a 10,000 design fee to develop and deliver the project in time for LFA in June.AdvertisementRosa Rogina, LFA director said: 'Architecture is not only about creation; its about listening and amplifying the voices that shape our cities. "City Views" is an exciting opportunity to transform how people engage with the Eastern City Cluster, making its public spaces more accessible and inviting.'We look forward to seeing innovative proposals that celebrate the Citys rich architectural landscape while encouraging exploration, discovery, and connection.'Kate Hart, chief executive at Eastern City BID, said: 'Were delighted to be once again working in partnership with the London Festival of Architecture and the City of London to launch the "City Views" competition.'It is a fantastic opportunity to enhance the Eastern Citys public spaces, making them more welcoming, connected and accessible for all. Were excited to see bold, creative ideas that celebrate the areas unique character and vibrant energy, making it the number one destination to visit.'The contest launch comes almost two years after a team led by designer Thomas Randall-Page and architect Lucas Facer won the LFAs competition to design a pop-up eco-home pavilion in Londons Square Mile.AdvertisementIn 2021, the LFA held a contest for the City of London, won by Unknown Works, to rethink the traditional police box the inspiration for Doctor Whos Tardis. A scheme by Re-Fabricate and The DisOrdinary Architecture Project won an LFA for a series of co-designed public realm installations in Smithfield and east London one year ago.Major developments within the Square Mile include the City of London Corporations Culture Mile initiative, intended to transform the north-west corner of the Square Mile between Moorgate and Farringdon into a cultural hub over the next 10 to 15 years.The district will include three major building projects: the transformation of Beech Street; the new Museum of London designed by Stanton Williams and Asif Khan; and a competition-winning renewal of the Barbican Centre by Allies and Morrison and Asif Khan Studio.Other planned developments include Studio Egret West and HawkinsBrown competition-winning regeneration of the Grade II*-listed Smithfield market and Architecture00 + Studio Weave won contest-winning Finsbury Circus Gardens and Pavilion.Bids to deliver the City Views project will be evaluated 30 per cent on team profile, 30 per cent on initial vision, 20 per cent on feasibility and 20 per cent on sustainability. Applications should include one concept sketch, biographies, a 200-word practice description, examples of previous work and 400-words explaining the reasons for applying.Competition detailsProject title City ViewsClient Eastern City BID and the City of LondonContract value 100,000First round deadline Midday, 6 March 2025Restrictions The competition is open to architects, landscape architects, designers and artists. Collaborations are welcome. The project team must include a qualified architect or landscape architectJudges The judging panel includes Will Dyson, placemaking director at Eastern City BID; Maria Herrera, senior project manager at the City of London; Era Savvides, partner at Urban Radicals; and Ellie Stathaki, Architecture & Environment Director at WallpaperMore information https://www.londonfestivalofarchitecture.org/city-views/