YAPF Lectures: In times of economic and political austerity; Harper Perry

YAPF Lectures: In times of economic and political austerity

How do architects collaborate with communities to enhance local buildings and spaces?

Austerity—a set of economic policies governments implement to control public sector debt—has significantly impacted the architecture industry. Reduced funding for public projects, constraints on social programs, and tighter budgets have placed new pressures on architects, demanding innovative approaches within financial and regulatory limits. This lecture series delves into how architects creatively respond to austerity by collaborating closely with communities to design spaces that meet local needs and are resilient to future challenges. Featuring insights from three award-winning architects, we will explore their unique approaches to collaborative design, discovering how they work with local stakeholders to reimagine existing buildings and public spaces to fulfill functional, aesthetic, and social aspirations.

Claire Harper & James Perry, Harper Perry

Lecture Convenor: Dr Jiayi Jin

Harper Perry is a design studio located in Newcastle, in the North East of England, specialising in architecture, planning, urban design, and research. The studio focuses on spatial and strategic scale projects, committed to uncovering the intriguing, curious, and unexpected potential in every project they undertake. This lecture will highlight a variety of community-focused projects and exploring the role of the architect and our agency in shaping the world around us.

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