On July 9th, The Building Centre will debut "We Made 2012", an exhibition that looks back at the venues, landscape and legacy that made up the London 2012 Olympic Games and the individuals and organizations that made it possible. The exhibition celebrates the UK construction industry composed of architects, engineers, manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors. This exhibition was made possible partially because the on January 27, 2013 the British Olympic Association launched the ‘Suppliers Recognition Scheme' which allowed members of the construction industry to apply for a free license, which, once issued, allowed participants to talk freely about their contributions.
More on the exhibit after the break.
"We Made 2012" looks at the Games as they have contributed to the legacy of Britain, through the urban planning, architecture and influx of tourism during the Games and after them. In East London, for example, the games acted as a catalyst for urban regeneration. The Queen Elizabeth II Park will be opening on July 27th, on the anniversary of the Opening Ceremony, in a part of the city once derelict and industrial. Today it is accessible as parkland, waterways and cultural spaces of landmark venues.
