The Social Go-Karting, 11 September 08
Photo by Steve Speller
The Social is a new London platform to encourage architects from different practices, small and large to meet and exchange experiences in a laid back environment, while also breaking down the sometimes negative perception of the profession as something 'a bit stuffy'.
The Social aims to allow architects from all backgrounds to meet, exchange experiences of the profession and generally benefit from a wider circle of contacts. Our events will range from go-karting to life drawing and evening drinks to debates; they'll be fun and occasionally informative, but always worth the bother.
The Social has been set up by architects for architects. Members of The Social Committee include: Graham Boyce - Fletcher Priest Architects and member of RIBA London Council; Amenity Space; Leo Gee of Judd Farris Property Recruitment and Antonia Faust - RIBA London.
Please send your suggestions for events and activities to thesocial@inst.riba.org|.
Emails are checked on a regular basis and someone will get back to you within a couple of days (excluding major holidays).
FAT vs Alsop
This sell out event was a huge success. There was adrenalin overload as the competitive streak was exposed in even the most timid of characters. Thankfully the carts were electric so there was no danger of a petrol explosion, despite frequent collisions and 'black flags' (denoting - get off the track you are dangerous/rubbish/too fast).
Charles Holland beat Will Alsop in the 5 lap head to head challenge and then went on to be victorious in the endurance race with three other team mates. The Architect's Journal| have the Alsop vs FAT highlights.
Many thanks to Judd Farris Property Recruitment who sponsored this event to make it more affordable.
Coming up next....
The next Social meeting will be on Thursday 6 November at the Architectural Association Bar, 36 Bedford Square, WC1B 3ES. Come along for a chin wag and a drink from 6pm. With beers starting at £2, a glass of house wine £2 and a G&T at just £2.50, its one night out you can still afford.
Bowling on 27 November 2008
The Social at Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes
You can get your 'King Pin' on at Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes on Thursday 27 November. We have all eight bowling lanes booked from 8 until 9pm. Meet at the lanes for a drink from 7pm, bowl 8-9pm and then enjoy the other attractions such as Karaoke, live music, pool and baby football.
Download a booking form and return it to thesocial@inst.riba.org|