IE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2012
Reinventing Architecture and Interiors: the past, the present and the future
Ravensbourne. London. UK
March 29 2012 - March 30 2012
An International Conference on the re-use and re-design of buildings in contemporary settings
Thursday 29th and Friday 30th March 2012
Ravensbourne, London.
Deadline for abstracts: 01 Novemebr 2011
Conference Outline:
The history of design has traditionally been a story of new ideas, new theories and, above all, new construction. However, today, the developed world is on the cusp of a new era. The financial crisis, the sustainability movement and the conservation agenda are all leading to ever more alterations of existing buildings and ever fewer new build projects. This new condition will have major consequences for all those involved in the design of the built environment both now and in the future.
The objective of the conference is to examine the practice of interior design and architectural re-use in the context of this new condition. It will look at historical tendencies, current conditions and future possibilities.
The conference will be diverse and inclusive in outlook. It will encourage debate on professionalism, the creative process, representation, innovation and the importance of precedent. It welcomes case studies, research projects, theoretical texts, technological insights and thoughts on education and practice.
The theme of PAST, PRESENT and FUTURE offers participants the chance to look at any aspect of the theme from the vantage point of time.
Delegates are expected to deliver a 20 minute presentation and submit a 3000 word paper. Selected texts will be published in an accompanying book.
Key note speakers: David Dunster and Paul Finch
Key dates:
1st November 2011 Submission of 300 words abstracts
14th November 2011 Abstract Feedback
12th December 2011 Full Paper Submission
16th January 2012 Full Paper Feedback
24th February 2012 Revised Full Paper Submission Deadline
29th and 30th March 2012. Conference – Ravensbourne (London)