The influence of British architects on the built environment and its residents in the UK & overseas - hear how.
British talent has always been at the forefront, and we have much to celebrate. In this talk, Ian tours around the UK and overseas, showcasing the brilliance of some of the designers who have made huge improvements to the built environment and enhanced the lives of those around them.
Famous names like Lutyens, Gilbert Scott, Foster, Hadid and Rogers are joined by several lesser known but equally creative architects.
How to book this event:
Come along to Christchurch Hall on the Stray Harrogate before 19.30 (doors open at 18.30) or contact niddvalley@theartssociety.org for further information
THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Mr Ian Swankie
A Londoner with a passion for art and architecture, Ian is an official guide at Tate Modern, Tate Britain, Guildhall Art Gallery and St Paul’s Cathedral, and gives tours around each venue. He is also a qualified and active freelance London guide and leads regular tours for various corporations and organisations. Since 2012 he has led a popular weekly independent art lecture group in his home town of Richmond in West London. He is a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Art Scholars, one of the City livery companies.
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