With Kevin Mitchell
Ages 17+
In English

Can architecture be reduced to the buildings you see in countless social media posts or the photorealistic renderings generated to sell projects? Or do we actually experience buildings in different ways?

Move beyond simple images of buildings to examine how the fundamental elements of architecture and the application of design principles impact how we perceive, interact with, use and ascribe meaning to buildings. Through analyses of buildings within and outside the Gulf region, gain insight into how architecture successfully (and unsuccessfully) responds to context, culture and climate. Make connections between historical developments, theoretical frameworks and direct sensory experience.

About the instructor

Kevin Mitchell is Trustees Professor and Professor of Architecture at  the American University of Sharjah, where he has taught architecture and interior design since 1999. He has published widely on architecture, design and urbanism in the Gulf region. Mitchell’s teaching has been recognised with awards from the university and the American Institute of Architects.

This course is free, and all materials are provided.

 

Sharjah Art Foundation is committed to making its programmes inclusive and accessible. You can arrange for any support needed through the registration form.

For more information, email learning@sharjahart.org, or call (06) 568 8800.