Located just moments from Tottenham Court Road, The Building Centre offers a unique and versatile event setting in Central London, steeped in architectural history and designed to inspire. With seven flexible event spaces across multiple floors, it’s perfectly suited to evening receptions, conferences, product launches, exhibitions, creative workshops, and private dinners.

Blending heritage with innovation, The Building Centre provides a dynamic backdrop for events in design, architecture, sustainability, and beyond — with a full hybrid-ready setup and excellent transport links.

Whether you’re hosting a 200-person evening reception in the Main Gallery, a thought-leadership talk in the Seminar Suites, or a network event in the elegant Lower Gallery, this venue offers flexibility, personality, and professionalism at every turn.

Key Features

• Prime Central London location (Fitzrovia)
• 7 versatile event spaces for up to 350 guests
• Licensed for evening events and private hire
• Hybrid-ready seminar roms with in-built tech
• Architectural and design-led interirs
• No on-site bedrooms — ideal for day or evening use
• Experienced team and trusted catering partners

Spaces

Main Gallery

Capacity: 350 standing | 250 theatre | 100 banquet

Best for: Evening cocktail reception, sit-down dinners, network events, exhibitions, product launches

Features: High ceilings, flexible layout, immersive video wall, space for pop-up bars or catering stations

Window Gallery

Capacity: 50 standing | 24 seated Best for: intimate receptions; small exhibitions Features: Bright space, large windows, elegant finish

Lower Gallery

Capacity: 100 standing

Best for: Social events & receptions, exhibitions, networking events

Features: Projector, spotlighting for artwork or displays, space for pop-up bars or catering stations, white walls ideal for branding or displays

Seminar Suites

Capacity: Up to 200 theatre-style across multiple rooms Best for: conferences, talks, workshops, training sessions Features: Fully equipped for hybrid delivery, flexible formats

Boardroom Capacity: 20 boardroom Best for: Executive meetings, private dinners Features: Discreet, well-appointed, natural daylight

Why Choose The Building Centre for Your Event?

A Space That Reflects Innovation With a long-standing connection to the built environment, this venue inspires creative thinking and meaningful conversation — ideal for industries in design, architecture, and sustainability.

Flexible and Functional From exhibitions to strategy sessions, each space is fully adaptable, with smart tech and customisable layouts to match your event vision.

Exceptional Location Just a short walk from Goodge Street and Tottenham Court Road stations, with multiple transport connections on your doorstep.

Evening-Ready Fully licensed and available for private hire, making it perfect for after-hours events, drinks receptions, and canapé evenings.

Catering to Suit Your Style Choose between two trusted catering partners: Lower Fifth for bespoke dining and intimate events, and Mange for larger, high-impact gatherings.

Dedicated Support from Start to Finish The in-house team are known for their professionalism, flexibility, and can-do attitude — helping you deliver events that feel effortless, polished, and on-brand.