Concrete Experiments 

12 October, 2022. 6:30-8 pm 
LVMH E002 Theatre
Central Saint Martins

Discussing the role and relevance of technical aid past and present for emancipatory practices of building with:

·  João Marcos de Almeida Lopes (Brazil, USP-SC) – founder of Usina CTAH

·       Mary Kelly (UK) – Freeform, ACTAC and WDS.

·       Martin Hughes(UK) - Support.

·       Sol Perez Martinez (ETH, UCL) – Spatial Engagement Network

·       Jorge Fiori (AA)

·       Alex Warnock Smith (CSM) – chair

This first of two sessions showcasing contemporary examples from Brazil of what Sérgio Ferro described as ‘concrete experiments with the possibilities of emancipatory practice’ introduces the work of technical advisory Usina CTAH who since 1990 have enabled social movements and land occupiers to build more than 5000 homes. We revisit the history of architects’ engagement with technical aid in the UK, and discuss with practitioners and academics - what are the challenges and potentials for the provision of technical aid today?

Wednesday 12 October 2022

ABOUT THE SERIES :

Production Studies: Work in Progress

 A lecture series from the TF/TK Project in collaboration with Central St Martins. CSM, LMVH. Weds 12 October and Thursday evenings, 20 October - 17 November 2022, 6.30-8.00.

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