Architectures of Art and Design Education: An exploration of UK and international design schools

Join us for the book launch of Architectures of Art and Design Education

The art school has had a fundamental effect on society internationally, influencing how the creative arts are represented and perceived. At a time that funding in the UK is placing arts education in crisis, this is the first book of its kind to investigate the concept of the 'art school' and its social impact and legacy. It highlights how the physical studios and workshops, designed for learning, teaching and making, influence and interact with the curriculum, creativity and practice. Beautifully illustrated, with both archival and contemporary photographs, many taken by the authors, this book celebrates the spaces dedicated to learning and teaching creative disciplines. Exploring a drastically shifting landscape in higher education, it celebrates the crucial relationship between the creative working spaces and the development of creative minds. A timely reflection on the current social and political climate, this book emphasises the significant role that the art school must play in society, developing thriving creative industries and a wider culture of the arts.

We are delighted to welcome Rose Gridneff and Neil Drabble to the AA Bookshop to celebrate the launch of their new book.

The book will be available at a special launch price of £40 (RRP £50).

Neil Drabble is an academic and artist based in London. He has worked on numerous educational projects looking at pedagogies supporting physical learning environments and studio cultures.

Rose Gridneff is an academic, writer and designer. She has worked in higher education since 2006, leading undergraduate and postgraduate courses at some of the institutions featured within this book.