What Actually is Feminist Architecture?
Many contemporary designers, engineers and architects describe themselves as feminists… but what actually is feminist architecture? Is it architecture designed by women? Is it architecture designed by companies that are owned by women? What exactly makes a building feminist, or not feminist?
Is feminist architecture about the gender of the people who create it or the gender of the communities it serves? Does it look, feel or function differently to conventional architecture? Is it designed or constructed in different ways? Is feminist architecture a process or a product?
Can feminist architecture be built by an all-male construction force, or commissioned by an all-male client team? Is being a feminist architect about who you work for, who works for you or how you work together? Does feminism necessitate new material choices, novel structural systems, unorthodox teaching styles, or alternative business models?
And, in a sexist society, is feminist architecture even possible?
At this debate, five speakers outline short sharp micro manifestos answering the big question; What actually is feminist architecture?
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Time and Location
Thursday, 30 November
7.00pm – 9.00pm (doors: 6.30pm)
Rich Mix, Shoreditch
Please note this event is in-person only but related topics are discussed on Open City’s free podcast every week for remote audiences. Search for Open City wherever you get your podcast to subscribe.
Tickets
Standard: £12.00
Concessions: £8.00
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