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New Bristol Architecture

In association with Royal Institute of British Architects

Bristol’s ever-changing streetscape has seen some exciting new additions in recent years. We’ve teamed up with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) to highlight projects by RIBA Chartered Practices that are making the city a centre for design excellence. www.architecture.com

Engineering in Focus

In association with the Institution of Civil Engineers

From transport systems to green tech, Bristol is on the cusp of major infrastructure investment. The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and its members are the invisible superheroes of this transformation. www.ice.org.uk

  • Friday 4PM

  Designed by AHMM, one of the UK’s top 5 architecture practices, Building A is the first completed ven...

 

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  • Sunday 12PM

  Embark on a captivating water tour that provides a unique perspective of the city’s rich history and ...

 

 

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  • Saturday 2PM, 3PM

  ***Tour moved to 4 November***   Join acclaimed urban designer Clare Wilks (LDA Design) on a walk d...

 

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  • Saturday 1PM, 2PM

  One Portwall Square is a new-build office building, set back from Portwall Lane in Bristol to create ...

 

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  • Saturday 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 2PM, 3PM

  Discover Bristol’s most unconventional office space. Experience PYTCHAir - a Boeing ‘727’ private jet...

 

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  • Saturday 11AM, 12PM

 

Step inside the Royal West of England Academy and experience Light and Inspiration, the most significant restoration this cultural landmark has seen in over a century.

 

For 175 years, the RWA has been a space in which everyone is encouraged to nurture their talent, show their work, and be inspired by great art from the past and present. This exciting restoration project has transformed the galleries, facilities and visitor experience to allow the RWA to continue to promote and celebrate the arts within the vibrant city of Bristol for generations to come.

 

Led by director Alison Bevan and architect Nick Childs, this tour offers a unique insight into this incredible project, and the history of the RWA.

  Image (c) Royal West of England Academy, 2023 @rwabristol  

 

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  • Saturday 10AM

 
Join Andy Gray from Exploring Through Drawing for this introduction to urban sketching. You will learn how to sketch the distinctive features of buildings through the effective use of line and tone. The session is an ideal start for those looking to develop sketchbook work, include buildings in their artwork, or use drawing as a tool to explore their urban surroundings.     A great way to begin, improve, or refresh your level of drawing, using pencil in a friendly environment on Bristol harbour.    Explore form, proportion, and simple perspective drawing, using local buildings as the focus.   Andy Gray specialises in observational drawing and painting. Andy currently teaches regular courses and workshops at Bristol Folk House, having previously taught drawing for many years within HE and FE. This is a 2-hour session and you will need to bring an A4 sketch pad, a 2B/4B pencil, and a camping chair. Dress appropriately for the weather.  
Image (c) Andy Gray Art & Design, 2023 @exploringthroughdrawing    

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  • Friday 5PM

  Bristol’s Floating Harbour was built to battle the tides. Since 1809, its unique system of locks and ...

 

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  • Sunday 10.30AM, 11.30AM

  Saint Michael the Archangel on the Mount Without has had an eventful life over the last 1000 years.  ...

 

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  • Sunday 11AM

  Make your way to Bristol’s historic harbourside to explore the masterplan of Wapping Wharf.    Join...

 

 

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