Open Charter Agency: The Image of the Architect

26 Feb 13 - 26 Mar 13

After investigating the image of the architect and global perceptions of what they do for Venice Takeaway, the Open Charter Agency (OCA) introduces a new platform for members of the public to explore with them how architects might act as agents of change in future.

Constraint and Creativity: Is Red Tape the Enemy of Architecture?

5 Mar 13 - 5 Mar 13

Is the regulation climate in Britain now so intrusive that rather than creating improvements they instead restrict freedoms and discourage individual responsibility? Will the government's current proposals to tear up Building Regulations threaten design quality or will they set architects and designers free?

Itsuko Hasegawa: Ordinary and Heroic

6 Mar 13 - 6 Mar 13

In this lecture, Hasegawa reveals her approach to architecture and explores the complexed relationship between architects and clients, the public and planners. She asks: How can architects retain control, while exercising good design leadership?

Pushing Boundaries: Yorkshire - Featherstone Young

7 Mar 13 - 7 Mar 13

Sarah Featherstone of Featherstone Young will discuss their practice approach and working methods and will present case studies of some of their inspirational projects. These will include The Dellow Arts & Activity Centre and and Ty Hedfan, both of which were shortlisted for the Stephen Lawrence Prize.