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A Lovely Day on the Beach!

Last Updated on Tuesday, 27 July 2010 06:28

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A wonderful day in late July saw 20 teams compete in the the first Architectural Sandcastle Competition held as a joint event between Design Circle and the Bristol Society of Architects.

'So what do you do?

Last Updated on Wednesday, 16 June 2010 20:24

Open call to architectural practices in Wales

Following the successes of Reflecting Wales 08 and 09, the 2010 Reflecting Wales exhibition will explain what architects actually do, and why good design matters.

We are looking for three innovative, active and engaged architectural practices in Wales who are interested in promoting quality architectural design in Wales to collaborate with an exhibition team and three ‘Design Champions’ – 14-19 year olds from Wales who are passionate about design.

What's Occurin?!

Last Updated on Monday, 05 July 2010 12:10

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THE DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 15 JULY - HURRY THOUGH, AS PLACES FOR THIS EVENT ARE RESTRICTED!

Please note the change to the earlier advertised judging time of 17:00 to 16:00 - this is to ensure that we have enough time to judge and clean up the beach before the tide comes in!

Design Circle, together with the Bristol Society of Architects, RIBA South West and RSAW are pleased to invite you to come and take part in their Sandcastle Competition to be held on Saturday 24 July 2010 at Barry Island's blue flag beach.

The competition kicks off at 13.00 and judging takes place at 16.00 by a mixed panel of judges, with prizes being awarded shortly afterwards in the following categories:

Tallest sand structure
Most technically daring
Best overall scheme
People’s choice

Teams should consist of up to six members and children (under the supervision of their parents) are more than welcome to take part. Teams should provide their own equipment; bucket and spades, or any other tools that are to be used (note, motorised diggers are not allowed). Framework is allowed, however all supporting structures must be removed for judging and teams may decorate their structure with flotsam and jetsam found on the beach. The judges’ decision will be final.

To register your interest, please send an email to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or telephone 029 2022 8987.

To download a flyer with more details, please click here (opens in a new window).

The sum of its parts: Applied art and architecture in the public realm

A Ruthin Craft Centre Seminar

Monday 12 April 2010 10am – 5.30pm

A day seminar that examines the relationship between Architecture and Applied Art in the creation of the public realm and the creative relationships at the heart of successful projects.

The seminar uses the experience of the design team of the new Ruthin Craft Centre Sergison Bates architects, Jim Partridge & Liz Walmsley and Brian Podschies, together with speakers from public arts agencies Isabel Vasseur, ArtOffice and Tracy Simpson, Safle and the artist Yuko Shiraishi. The seminar will be chaired by Tom Dyckhoff, architecture critic of the Times.

Reflecting Wales 09 : 09 Exhibition at Ruthin Craft Centre until 4th May 2010

Last Updated on Monday, 26 July 2010 21:12

Reflecting Wales 09 : 09 highlights nine young / emerging architectural Welsh or Welsh resident designers who exhibit the potential to make a significant impact on design standards in our homes, working environments and the quality of places - cities, towns, villages and rural areas - in the decades to come. The exhibition includes work by: David Chambers / Steve Coombs / Aled Wyn Davies / Sarah Featherstone / Richard Golledge / Matthew Jones / Niall Maxwell / Chris Owen / Rhian Thomas.

The exhibition will be on view at Ruthin Craft Centre until 4th May 2010 and will be on view during the upcoming 'The Sum of Its Parts' seminar at Ruthin on 12th April. For further information on the seminar day, contact the education officer at Ruthin Craft Centre on 01824 704774.

Reflecting Wales 09:09 is organised by the Welsh School of Architecture in partnership with the Design Commission for Wales, in collaboration with Design Circle RSAW South and Cardiff School of Art and Design, and with support from RSAW.