Thinking through Architecture

What's On Sharjah Biennial March Meeting See All Visit Learn Resources Collection Publications SAF Online SAF Library View All Shop More SAF Radio Studio & Residency Programmes Venue Hire Past Events Friends Club English العربية SAF Radio Studio & Residency Programmes Venue Hire Past Events Home / What's On / Thinking through Architecture Thinking through Architecture With Kevin MitchellAges 17+In EnglishCan architecture be reduced to the buildings you see in countless social media posts or the photorealistic renderings generated to sell projects? Or do we actually experience buildings in different ways?Move beyond simple images of buildings to examine how the fundamental elements of architecture and the application of design principles impact how we perceive, interact with, use and ascribe meaning to buildings. Through analyses of buildings within and outside the Gulf region, gain insight into how architecture successfully (and unsuccessfully) responds to context, culture and climate. Make connections between historical developments, theoretical frameworks and direct sensory experience.About the instructorKevin Mitchell is Trustees Professor and Professor of Architecture at the American University of Sharjah, where he has taught architecture and interior design since 1999. He has published widely on architecture, design and urbanism in the Gulf region. Mitchell’s teaching has been recognised with awards from the university and the American Institute of Architects.This course is free, and all materials are provided. Sharjah Art Foundation is committed to making its programmes inclusive and accessible. You can arrange for any support needed through the registration form.For more information, email [email protected], or call (06) 568 8800. 16–18 October 2026 6:00 pm–9:00 pm The Flying Saucer Dasman, Sharjah Register Related Content Learning Free Semi-Systems: an alternative school September 2024 - Present OFF