Colour Corrections

A lecture about colour in the work of Atelier Manferdini followed by a book launch of Full Spectrum: Colour in Contemporary Architecture.

Colour is everywhere. Seemingly self-evident and uncomplicated, colour is one of the most accessible elements of any visual language. Because of its ubiquitous nature, colour reveals the visual aesthetics of the Zeitgeist. In this digital age where there is no such thing as one clear image or one correct viewpoint, colour is nimble enough to broaden meaning. Colour Corrections is a lecture on the possibilities of colour through the saturated world of Atelier Manferdini.

The lecture will be followed by a launch of Full Spectrum: Colour in Contemporary Architecture, which will be sold on the night for a special launch price of £27 (RRP £32)

Elena Manferdini is the principal and owner of Atelier Manferdini in Los Angeles and Graduate Programs Chair at Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc). With a body of work that spans public art, architecture and industrial design, her eponymous Atelier has created work that uplifts the human spirit. Her design is known for its vibrant colours, meaningful narratives and its high attention to novel materials and craft. Elena Manferdini has more than 20 years of professional experience and she is a leading voice in contemporary design culture and education. In 2019, Manferdini was honoured with the ICON Award as part of the LA Design Festival, which is a prize that recognizes iconic women who have made an indelible mark on Los Angeles, culture, and society in general through their work, character, and creative leadership.

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Please get in touch to let us know of any access requirements that you might have and how we can best accommodate these. If you are unable to attend physically but would like to participate in the event remotely please email publicprogramme@aaschool.ac.uk