£10,000 Mural Commission at Higgs Yard
Artists invited to design an 80-metre mural for Higgs Yard development in Loughborough Junction, London. £10,000 commission fee plus budget for completion.
Artists are invited to submit designs for a public art commission to create a large-scale mural at Higgs Yard, a new housing development in Loughborough Junction, London. The chosen artist will receive a £10,000 fee for the commission.
The major artwork will span 80 metres along an elevated railway wall, providing an inspiring view for Higgs Yard residents and adding a bold new feature to the area's creative landscape. The project is led by Peabody, a not-for-profit housing association, in partnership with The Brixton Project arts organisation, who manage the selection process.
Design Requirements:
Artists are invited to design a piece that feels inspiring, playful, and culturally inclusive. The chosen design should celebrate the area's rich cultural heritage, architectural features, and history while reflecting the voices and stories of local people. The mural will be visible from two different viewpoints and should appeal to both Higgs Yard residents and street-level viewers. Community engagement is central to the commission—selected artists must deliver two community workshops involving local residents.
Selection Process:
Submissions will be reviewed by Peabody and The Brixton Project, then shortlisted by a Community Steering Group including residents, Loughborough Junction Action Group, Rapport Festival, Inclusion Arts, and Lambeth ELEVATE. Three shortlisted artists will each receive £1,000 to develop their proposals and demonstrate community engagement strategies. The final artwork will be installed by The London Mural Company.
Higgs Yard is a major development featuring 134 new homes (50% at affordable rates), 36,000 square feet of commercial space, and is located in Loughborough Junction, a neighbourhood with strong creative and community identity.