Hidden talents

Article Abstract:

An exhibition at the Cheltenham Museum and Art Gallery, England, 'Good Workmanship with Happy Thought,' celebrates the work of Alfred and Louise Powell. The couple were part of the Arts and Crafts movement and, although principally known for their pottery, Alfred also was an architect and Louise an embroiderer and calligrapher. They also worked with Ernest Gimson and the Barnsleys as furniture decorators. Alfred's houses are not well-known, but he designed several houses using local traditions and materials.

Exhibitions, Arts and crafts movement, Powell, Alfred, Powell, Louise

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Conserving our Modernist heritage

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A conference held at the Institute for Advanced Architectural Studies' Centre for Conservation Studies on the conservation and repair of Modernist buildings highlighted the problems associated with the perception of modern buildings. As well as discussing the public attitude to Modernist architecture and the methods of listing and identifying valuable buildings, theconference also discussed the practical problems involved in preserving and restoring such buildings.

Management, Buildings and facilities, 20th century AD, Historic buildings, Architecture, Modern, Modern architecture, Modern art, Modernism (Art)

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Happy anniversary

Article Abstract:

Keppie Design is celebrating its 150th anniversary by way of an enterprising exhibition on original drawings from the 1860s to the present day. Details about some of the drawings are presented.

United States, Architectural services, Architectural firms, Rites, ceremonies and celebrations, Architectural practice

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