Tate Liverpool + RIBA North Exhibition

Long Life, Low Energy: Designing for a Circular Economy

27 October 2023 – 14 January 2024

A photograph of a visitor walking through an exhibition which says 'Long Life, Low Energy' on a wooden wall.

An exhibition from the Royal Institute of British Architects about the climate emergency and its relation to architecture

Tate Liverpool and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) are forming a new partnership on Liverpool’s waterfront. Tate Liverpool will move into RIBA North, Mann Island from 27 October 2023 to coincide with the temporary closure of our gallery at the Royal Albert Dock for redevelopment.

The two organisations will collaborate to deliver a programme of temporary exhibitions, family activity, public talks and other events inspired by the unique collections held by RIBA and Tate. The programme will focus on art, architecture and ecology.

The first exhibition in our new home, Long Life, Low Energy: Designing for a Circular Economy draws from RIBAs collection and considers how the design, construction, maintenance, and demolition of buildings is vital in the journey towards a global reduction of carbon emissions.

As Tate Liverpool undergoes a transformation to its Victorian warehouse home, Long Life, Low Energy reveals how architects and designers are innovating to reuse and repurpose anything from small materials to whole buildings and how we might look to the technologies of the future to navigate the climate emergency today.

A photograph looking through a gap between two wooden walls at a visitor who is looking at an artwork on the back wall. — © Agnese Sanvito

A photograph of an exhibition which features drawings and photographs on the wall. — © Agnese Sanvito

A photograph of visitors in an exhibition space surrounded by wooden structures and architectural models — © Agnese Sanvito

Tate Liverpool is temporarily located at RIBA North, Mann Island, a short distance (425m) along Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. There is step free access to the main entrance. There is a lift to the first floor gallery, or alternatively you can take the stairs.

Toilets are located on the first floor
The nearest Changing Places toilet is located at the Museum of Liverpool
Ear defenders can be borrowed from the front desk

Additional seating is also available. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance.

To help plan your visit to Tate Liverpool + RIBA North, have a look at our visual story. It includes photographs and information of what you can expect from a visit to the gallery.

For more information before your visit:

Email visiting.liverpool@tate.org.uk

Tate Liverpool + RIBA North

Tate Liverpool + RIBA North, Mann Island

Mann Island
Liverpool L3 1BP
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27 October 2023 – 14 January 2024

This exhibition is taking place at Tate Liverpool + RIBA North, Mann Island while our Albert Dock home is closed for redevelopment. Find out more about the transformation project here.

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