University of Surrey & The Guildford Society Annual Architecture Lecture, Serious Fun by Chris Wise

Chris Wise is one of a new generation of built environment designers. Through his personal leadership, Chris has helped develop ground-breaking projects with some of the best international architects and environmental engineers. In 1998 he co-founded Expedition Engineering, which has become a deliberate and ongoing experiment into the role of the 21st century engineer. He became Royal Designer for Industry in 1998, and in 2007 'Master' of the Royal Designers Engineers (only the sixth engineer to receive that honour). Chris regularly appears on BBC, C4 and C5, Discovery and UK History. Technically advanced and innovative projects have included: the pioneering Commerzbank in Frankfurt; the Communication tower for the 1992 Barcelona Olympics; Stirling Prize-winning American Air Museum at Duxford; the Millennium Bridge; and Italy's tallest building, the 220m Sanpaolo Bank HQ (with Renzo Piano). The lecture is free - followed by an optional buffet supper, £12.50

Where and when?

Additional information: The Lecture is supported by an exhibition which will be on display in the Management School during the evening of 15 May. It moves to the Lewis Elton Gallery from Tuesday 20 May to Thursday 5 June. On Sunday 18 May there is a guided tour of the University's architecture and sculpture.

Tickets and booking

Booking for this event is not required.

Additional information: The lecture and exhibition are free. Followed the lecture there is an optional buffet supper at £12.50. Advance booking for the supper is essential. Tel: 01483 686876 or 01483 503172

Accessibility

The following accessibility aids are available at this event:

• entrance accessible
• disabled car parking
• accessible toilet
• wheelchair access
• spaces available
• guide dogs welcome

Additional information: Please contact the University in advance so that we can best meet your needs.