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news and events:

Amy Johnson Design Review Day

Arc joined up with Gateway, Hull and East Yorkshire's Housing Pathfinder Renewal Programme, to invite the public to a two-day event on 4th + 6th June, where they were able to sit in on the Design Review Panel for the first time. The site under review was the Amy Johnson site in Hull, for which a scheme has been designed including housing and public art. The public were able to observe the Design Review Panel, and also have their say on the plans.
Jo Byrne, Design Review Panel Manager said:

"It's the first time we've done this. It is exciting for us because it means that the public have got chance to actually come and see the designs in operation and to see how the process works."

A short film made about the day can be viewed below:

 

new map of Boulevard and Coltman Street

We are very excited to announce the launch of our new illustrative map of the Boulevard and Coltman Street Conservation areas of Hull!

The map has been designed by artist Nicola Streeten and forms the fourth of our series of maps illustrating some of the most architecturally interesting areas of the city. The map is an illustrative representation of the architecture and history of Boulevard and Coltman Street, which are both conservation areas and are integral to the story of Hull’s fishing heritage. This area boasts some excellent Victorian and Edwardian buildings, many of which have been awarded regeneration grants from Hull’s heritage-led regeneration scheme -  St. Andrew’s Townscape Heritage Initiative (THI).

The map is an excellent historical resource for anyone interested in architecture, housing, heritage and conservation. The map is suitable for all ages, and will be particularly useful for schools as it incorporates a ‘worksheet’ style format on the reverse, encouraging people to think about the area that they live.

If you are interested in obtaining your free copy of the map but are unable to attend the launch event, please get in touch using our contact details above. We are more than happy to post single copies or bundles of maps to your community group or school.

This project is supported by the St Andrew's Townscape Heritage Initiative (THI).  The St Andrew's THI is funded equally by Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and Gateway, Hull's 'Pathfinder' project and is managed by Hull and East Yorkshire Community Foundation on behalf of Hull City Council who are the Accountable Body.

'speed debates!'

Many thanks to those of you who managed to come along to one or both of our ‘speed debates’ - the format provided a vibrant and interactive setting in which we discussed our thoughts, ideas and perceptions of how architecture and the design of our homes is affected by our concerns for safety and climate change. Our speakers engaged with a range of audience members, from 11 year olds to an 82 year old! Some feedback from our attendees and speakers:

“Tonight I have seen that someone has actually at last built an energy efficient house!”

“I have learnt that householders are embracing greener technology such as rain water recycling because it saves money on the water meter.”

“I have learnt about the power of a community to hold councils responsible for advocating better design of the public realm.”

arc welcomes new Chief Executive Michael Haughton

We are very pleased to announce that Michael Haughton has been appointed as arc's new Chief Executive, and is now working full time with the team.

Michael has many years of experience in regeneration and project management, including the development of Doncaster Council's community forum and neighbourhood management structures. Michael has also led three area-based teams to plan and implement a £13.1 million capital investment housing programme. Michael is a former Director and Chair of 'Darts' - an organisation devoted to promoting the Arts in Doncaster - and brings with him extensive city and regional Board Experience, and a keen appreciation of how good architecture and design can play a crucial role in the cultural, social and economic regeneration of communities.

arc's chairman Jonty Hall has said "We are delighted to appoint Michael to the role, and believe his wide-ranging skills will bring a new vision and leadership to arc".

Michael has said "I am looking forward to my new role; it will allow me to continue to work in partnership with the public and private sectors and support community groups. I hope arc will be the catalyst to help to educate and shape the built environment in the Humber sub-region and to champion good practice."

If you would like to contact Michael, please call arc on (01482) 327675.

latest arc newsletter

The latest edition of our newsletter is now available, containing information on arc's current projects and events. To request a copy email hannah@arc-online.co.uk or call 280036.

coming soon

members - meet your local architects!

arc members - are you interested in the smaller-scale schemes and buildings that are emerging in our region? Would you be interested in meeting your local architects, and visiting schemes currently in development?

At the next 'Doorstep' session with local architects we will be planning a visit for members to a local practice or scheme, so if you are interested in attending, please register your interest by emailing hannah@arc-online.co.uk or by calling 01482 327675.

Membership to arc is free - if you are interested in becoming a member please contact us using the details above.

 

other news

2008 AGM

arc held its Annual General Meeting on August 6th 2008, and we would like to thank the members that came along.

We would like to express a huge thank you to our trustees Elaine Burke and Derek Hoad, who have sadly had to step down from the board due to other commitments. arc wishes them the very best of luck in their future endeavours!

arc would like to give a very warm welcome to Ian Brown, Professor John Peysner and Janet Tabor who were co-opted by the board at the AGM. Further details on the new trustees will soon appear on the 'contact us' page, so watch this space!

education and learning:

click on the image below to be taken to arc's new website goarchitecture.co.uk. This website contains lots of information about some of the fantastic new architecture to be seen in our region with resources for teachers and visitors.

for more information on arc's Learning Programme, see the 'Education and Learning' option on the left hand menu

arc poem

As part of the Humber Mouth Literature Festival 2007 sponsored by Hull City Arts, poet David Kennedy has written a poem about our building which was first performed in arc in June in collaboration with the group archiTEXTS. To learn more and download the full publication click here

to learn more about the arc building and funding click on the image below

image: Nick Kane