Aidan Ridyard is to give the 35th Bromsgrove Lecture, hosted by the Bromsgrove Society, where he will discuss the topic of creative conservation, where heritage buildings are brought back to life for our modern society. The presentation will take place at Routh Hall, Bromsgrove School on Tuesday April 12th and is open to all.
Aidan Ridyard
Using examples of recent and current projects, Aidan, will describe how BFF develop a series of uniquely crafted design solutions to unlock the potential of some remarkable listed buildings around the country. These are characterised by a fresh approach to the perennial problems of helping historic structures find contemporary relevance and a meaningful long-term future in an ever-changing world.
Projects presented will include the refurbishment and remodelling of the Listed Grade I, II* and II York Guildhall complex, into a city centre hub for business, enterprise and events run by the University of York, Hall for Cornwall, a new 1350 seat theatre incorporating two listed buildings in Truro, and the redevelopment of the Grade I Listed headquarters of the Royal Society of Arts in London.
York Guildhall
Also discussed will be projects in the Midlands, including the redevelopment of the Roundhouse as a canal side visitor centre in central Birmingham for the National Trust and the Canal and River Trust, and the remodelling of Listed Grade II carpet weaving sheds and the former magistrates court in Kidderminster to form a new cultural and creative hub.
Aidan is currently working with Bromsgrove District Council to develop their Bromsgrove 2040 vision for the town centre and is writing his first book, on the Church architecture of Wolverhampton architect Richard Twentyman, which will be published later this year.
The Bromsgrove Society exists to preserve the history and promote the sustainable development of the town of Bromsgrove in north Worcestershire. They organise the annual Bromsgrove Lecture which has attracted a large audience over the thirty years of its existence and is given by an expert in the field.
Tickets, which cost £7.50, are available from www.bromsgrove-school.co.uk/boxoffice.aspx or in person from FotoFactory, 123 High Street, Bromsgrove.