"The one-acre courtyard sits above the Concert Hall and follows the curve of Frobisher Crescent, but it isn't that well known, even among regular visitors to the art centre, as it's outside the main building and isn't visible from the entrances. Originally designed as a flexible outdoor area for art and public use, it has been largely unused for many years, save for the occasional event, due to restricted visitor access, ageing infrastructure, and a lack of seating."
"The proposals would return the Sculpture Court to regular public use, while addressing conservation problems affecting the structure below. Step-free access would be provided throughout for the first time, with gently sloping routes formed within new planters linking all parts of the court to a central platform. New ramps would connect the area to the Barbican Art Centre's foyer, and to the Conservatory, which is scheduled to open daily and become fully accessible from 2030."
The Barbican has opened a consultation on plans to repair and reopen the Sculpture Court, a largely unused courtyard above the Concert Hall. The court's isolation from main entrances, ageing infrastructure, restricted access and limited seating have kept it underused. Proposals aim to return the court to regular public use while addressing conservation issues affecting the structure below. The scheme would provide step-free access via gently sloping routes and new ramps linking the court to the foyer and Conservatory, and add integrated seating. Paving, waterproofing and drainage will be replaced, and lighting and power upgraded. Works are expected between summer 2028 and summer 2029, subject to consultation, planning consent and funding.
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