the future is not what it used to be

new world, new practice

PlaceCulture is a forward facing practice, led by Andrew Bentley.

I’m a specialist in service model development and business planning especially for mixed-use cultural businesses, theatres, future libraries and hubs, also for strategy and market optimisation for existing cultural businesses. I also work with a small team of senior associates to bring further sector specific expertise to bear on assignments.

to be specific..

We can provide support to into regeneration projects, new mixed-use cultural, theatre and community hubs, future library developments, and to existing cultural businesses.

We’re expert in, and passionate about, “third places” and how they can provide a platform for regeneration but also help our communities take control, share and adapt.

  • Help with your new project to help maximise your outputs

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  • Sectoral support for regeneration companies and agencies in developing new concepts for cultural, retail and community hubs

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  • support to local authorities and other providers in developing future library provision, involving co-location with cultural, community, retail and public services

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  • strategy, commercial, planning and operational support to cultural venues and businesses

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  • interim and project management for new projects, bridge roles and maternity cover

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  • Some of the most exciting projects that I have had the privilege to have get involved with, have started with a chance meeting or conversation. A simple walk down the high street.

    If you would like to invite me for that walk, I’d be happy to do so without obligation.

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reviews for storyhouse

  • ““One of the most exciting projects in England at the moment… A powerful, modern, forward-thinking vision.”.”

    Sir Peter Bazalgette, Chairman Arts Council

  • “brave and intriguing ..... take some things that aren’t what they used to be – public libraries, giant old cinemas, regional theatres – and give them new vigour.”

    Rowan Moore, The Guardian

  • “the public library runs as a golden thread through the whole building, ..acts not only as an anchor to wider regeneration plans, but also champions communities ”

    Rt Hon Michael Ellis, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State

  • "as much to do with the city’s sense of need for such a space, as it is to do with its design and operation"

    Public Sector Transformation Academy