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WELCOME SHELTER IS A BASIC HUMAN NEED AND YET AS A SOCIETY WE HAVE FAILED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOUSING FOR ALL OUR CITIZENS. WE KNOW THE PROBLEMS: LACK OF HOMES AND AFFORDABILITY, POOR DESIGN AND PLANNING. WHAT ABOUT THE SOLUTIONS? WWW.ARCHITECTURECENTRE.ORG.UK Y:Cube, concept sketch Andrew Partridge / RSHP This spring season through exhibitions, talks and events, the Architecture Centre looks at key examples where positive action is being taken to tackle the housing crisis. Join us to find out what can be achieved and how.
WHAT S ON EXHIBITIONS SAVING THE CITY 24 January to 8 April, Free (main gallery) First shown at the Venice Biennale 2016, this exhibition presents thirty years of factory-built housing designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners (RSHP) and highlights the need for a revolution in housing supply, towards welldesigned, fast-build, high-performance, affordable homes. MAPPING NEW HOMES IN BRISTOL 24 January to 8 April, Free (foyer space) What s happening in Bristol to tackle the housing crisis? This exhibition showcases research by UWE Architecture students that shines a light on what s being built and what s in the pipeline for Bristol housing. In partnership with UWE. BUILDING BETTER HOMES Arnolfini: Wed 24 January, 18:30, 9/ 7 Find out how the research and experience of socially responsible architects Sarah Wigglesworth, Alex Ely (Mae Architects) and Simon Bayliss (HTA) has been put into practice to build better homes for all at a range of scales. This event is in partnership with UWE and is the public launch event for the academic conference Health: The Design, Planning and Politics of How and Where We Live (25-26 Jan). Tim Crocker Emmett Russell Architects EVENTS ASK AN ARCHITECT Saturday Surgeries: 3 February and 10 March, 12:00 16:30, 15 donation Book a one-to-one session for impartial design advice with a local architect from a Chartered Practice. In partnership with RIBA South West. HOME BUILDING: IVAN HARBOUR Watershed: Tues 27 February, 18:30, 9/ 7 Expanding on themes in the Saving The City exhibition, Ivan Harbour (RSHP) discusses the practice s approach to tackling the housing crisis. Projects include PLACE/Ladywell - a mixeduse development with temporary accommodation, and Y:Cube - starter residences for young people. All events require booking. For more information check website for details: www.architecturecentre.org.uk
SITE VISIT: WE CAN MAKE Filwood Community Centre: Wednesday 21 February, 11:00, Free Discover more about We Can Make, a citizen-led housing initiative that supports communities to create their own homes. The project has brought together residents, artists, academics, designers and policy makers to deliver affordable housing. In partnership with Knowle West Media Centre and White Design. TRINITY TALK: RESURRECTION MAN Trinity Centre: Wednesday 20 March, 19:00, Free As the Trinity Centre undergoes its own restoration project, find out how architect Tim Ronalds has breathed new life into old buildings from the Hackney Empire to Wilton s Music Hall. In partnership with Trinity Centre, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund, Historic England and Up Our Street. NEWS White Design BRISTOL DOORS OPEN DAYS: DATES ANNOUNCED FOR 2018 Bristol s biggest architecture festival returns this year from Friday 14 to Sunday 16 September 2018. Make sure you put the dates in your diary! HOUSING THE HOMELESS Wednesday 14 March, 18:30, 8/ 6 From affordable housing to hostels that provide residents with much needed space, privacy, care and attention, architect Peter Barber shares a range of projects tackling homelessness. Morley von Sternberg BRISTOL URBAN DESIGN FORUM Managed by the Architecture Centre, the Bristol Urban Design Forum (BUDF) continues to champion high quality design in the city. The forum offers independent and expert advice from a panel of built environment professionals on major planning applications.
NEXT GENERATION NEWS CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: SHAPE MY CITY 2018 Celebrating its fifth successful year, our careers and participation programme is open for applications. Shape My City is for 15-18 year olds interested in built environment and creative design professions. Primarily targeted at girls and young people from BAME backgrounds, it is open to all. Deadline: Monday 19 February 2018. www.architecturecentre.org.uk/ what-we-do/shape-my-city EVENTS ACCESS ALL AGES: FAMILY ARTS FESTIVAL ON TOUR February, Across the city, Free Throughout February we will be hosting a series of creative events for young and old alike to celebrate the new Age-Friendly Standards. Check our website for details. Delivered in partnership with Children s Scrapstore, St George s, Churches Conservation Trust and community libraries. Supported by Family Arts Campaign. HOME FOR A HERO Drop-in workshop: Saturday 10 February, 13:00-16:00, Free Calling all grandparents and grandchildren! This intergenerational event lets you choose your client. From Olympic athlete to film star, historic explorer to pop star who is your hero and can you model their dream house? SHIPPING CONTAINERS AND SHOEBOXES! Drop-in workshop: Saturday 7 April, 13:00-16:00, Free Help bring our housing season to a fantastic finale by becoming small space designers for the afternoon. Be inspired by compact shipping container housing and create your very own home from a shoebox! GALLERY ACTIVITY 24 January to 8 April, Free Always free, always fun and open to everyone! Families of all ages are invited to get creative in our gallery activity area make : space, inspired by our housing exhibitions.
IF BRITAIN DOES BUILD A MILLION HOMES, LET S NOT MAKE A MILLION MORE PEOPLE LONELY. PRAGYA AGARWAL The Architecture Centre s mission is to encourage the understanding and enjoyment of architecture, and to champion better buildings and places for everyone. Independent and not for profit, we inspire, inform and involve people in shaping great places. Would you like to be involved in our diverse and inspiring work? Become a member and enjoy the benefits this brings. Visit our website for details. VISITOR INFORMATION Gallery opening times: (during exhibitions): Wednesday Friday 11:00 17:00 Saturday & Sunday 12:00 17:00 Closed Monday & Tuesday The gallery is occasionally closed for private hire. Please check our website before travelling. WE ARE HERE On the harbourside between Arnolfini and the YHA, near Pero s bridge. The Architecture Centre 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA 0117 922 1540 info@architecturecentre.org.uk www.architecturecentre.org.uk FEELING SOCIAL? For event and activity updates sign up to our newsletter online @ArchCentre facebook.com/ ArchitectureCentre @ArchCentre Front cover image top: Holmes Road Studios, London. Micro homes for homeless people by Peter Barber Architects Morley von Sternberg Front cover image bottom: Shape My City workshop 2017 Design: Extra Strong Printed: Waterless by Park Lane Press Funding partners: Registered charity no. 290575 To request a larger print version of this brochure please send an email to info@architecturecentre.org.uk
Y:Cube, stackable model, scale 1:200 Mike Fairbrass / RSHP WHAT S ON JANUARY MARCH 2018 EXHIBITIONS 24 Jan to 8 April 24 Jan to 8 April Saving The City Mapping New Homes in Bristol EVENTS 24 January Across February 3 February 10 February 19 February 21 February 27 February 10 March 14 March 20 March 7 April Building Better Homes Access All Ages Ask an Architect Home for a Hero Application Deadline: Shape My City We Can Make Home Building: Ivan Harbour Ask an Architect Housing the Homeless Resurrection Man Shipping containers and shoe boxes! For full event details and booking visit www.architecturecentre.org.uk Community Design advice Family Youth Site Visit Design advice Family