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📣 Interesting Research Commissioned by DCMS: Purcell Architects and Harlow Consulting to Investigate UK's Cultural Infrastructure Needs 🎭🏰 The UK Government Department for Culture, Media, and Sport (DCMS) has commissioned Purcell Architects and Harlow Consulting to undertake a comprehensive research project exploring the scale of the UK's cultural infrastructure needs. The research will focus on several key areas, including: 🎨 Arts, heritage, and cultural destinations in England 🎭 Public and third-sector theatres 🖼️ Non-accredited museums and galleries ⛪ Churches, cathedrals, and other heritage sites This study aims to provide valuable insights into the current state of the UK's cultural infrastructure and identify areas where investment and support are needed to ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of these vital sectors. By understanding the needs of our cultural institutions, we can work towards developing targeted strategies and initiatives that will help preserve and enhance the UK's rich cultural heritage for generations to come. Read more about this exciting research project here: https://lnkd.in/eHESRt2m

I have just launched my blog to keep my curious minded audience update to date on the progress of my book and myself. Read my first post about mine and my partner’s spontaneous trip to London last weekend. #blog #blogwriter #bloggingcommunity #blogpost #blog #darktourism #cemeteries #museum #architecture #london

Our latest book, “How can we live together?,” is now out – see link below for more info and to purchase the book. This publication documents the GHETTO exhibition, which was displayed at the Museum of Vancouver between August 23, 2023 and January 1, 2024. GHETTO originally exhibited at the European Cultural Centre (ECC) 2021 Venice Architecture Biennale and Art Gallery of Ontario (2022) before travelling to Vancouver.     For the MOV exhibit, GHETTO proposed a theoretical rezoning project in Vancouver’s False Creek and sought to encourage meaningful dialogue on our collective responsibility to care for one another through the creation of inclusive cities. “How can we live together?” highlights the public input on a housing survey, which was gathered from over 15,000 visitors during the Vancouver exhibition. More info: https://lnkd.in/gWZ-X5bC Purchase: https://lnkd.in/gXBTubGW     “‘The exhibit was meant to articulate to the world the potential of our CAC process and to transform it from condos into other things,’ says Henriquez. ‘But also, it was meant to generate talk about larger global issues of people in need around the world as well. And so that’s what the survey was trying to measure… to what extent are people self-interested, and to what extent are they altruistic in terms of their aspirations to help people who have less than them?’”  – excerpt from essay by Kerry Gold

🏛️ Preserving History, One Roof at a Time! 🏛️ Did you know historic roof restorations play a crucial role in safeguarding our architectural heritage? In our latest blog post, we explore the contributions of historic preservation societies in preserving the authenticity of historic roofs. Discover the important role these societies play and how they impact our shared history. Check it out now! https://lnkd.in/e-5ReWBp #HistoricRoofRestorations #PreservationSocieties #ArchitecturalHeritage

What fabulous architecture and interiors. These images are so inspiring. Full of intricate details.

The head or the Termination of the building is the most important element of the architecture.of an iconic building.The video shows a very interesting comparison between two generations of architecture hundred years apart. The copper dome of courthouse vs the titanium copula of the museum.

Successful #interpretation is based on themes. But what is a theme and why is it important? Fáilte Ireland refers to themes as "the big idea". Expert interpreter, James Carter, says "it organises your interpretation, and expresses the idea you want people to take away with them". Both are correct. But we know it also has another purpose. A theme guides interpretation planning as the exhibition grows and takes shape. It's easy to get distracted with new ideas throughout the creative process. Themes are an anchor of your original idea so you never loose sight of your objectives. Otherwise its mayhem! Heritage Council Interpret Europe - European Association for Heritage Interpretation #interpretationplanning EPIC Design #irishmuseumsassociation #interpretatation #heritage #irishheritage