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WELCOME

The three-week, full time AA Summer Architecture School presents a challenging programme of design studios, field study, seminars and lectures that emphasise the importance of both practice and theory in contemporary architecture. Based on the AA’s unit system, it offers … Continue reading

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STUDIO SPACE & THE AA SCHOOL IN BEDFORD SQUARE

The AA’s facilities and studio spaces will be available for use throughout the programme. Summer Studios are located in 16 Morwell Street (behind Bedford Square). Opening hours are Monday through Friday 10:00 – 21:00. Saturday & Sunday 10:00 – 20:00 (closed … Continue reading

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AA LIBRARY

The collection in the AA Library, founded in 1862, contains almost 46,000 volumes, including rare and early works, books, periodicals and journals, CDs/DVDs including access to online indexes and JSTOR. Library services are open to all members of the AA. Founded … Continue reading

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MATERIALS WORKSHOP

The Workshop is well equipped with machine and hand tools for working in wood and metal. Facilities are available for working in steel and some nonferrous metals, and for precise working in hardwoods, softwoods and panel products. We have a … Continue reading

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MODEL WORKSHOP

The Model Workshop is a space where the making of small-scale objects can take place. It encourages exploration and experimentation with materials and techniques and is equipped with a kiln, a vacuum former and some casting facilities. Tutorials are available … Continue reading

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PHOTO LIBRARY, FILM LIBRARY & CINEMA

Our fully searchable website currently features 8,000 images representative of the broad scope of the main collection, which holds approximately 150,000 slides of historical and contemporary architecture. For educational use, the website includes low-res watermarked images available for downloading (along … Continue reading

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COMPUTER ROOM

In the Computer Room we aim to provide students with equipment and software they may not have access to at home. We have software such as 3DS Max, Rhino, Maya, AutoCAD and Digital Project on high-power computers. We also provide … Continue reading

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