Archaeologist, journalist and artist Christine Finn opened up her parents' house in Deal last year
and sparked fascination and nostalgia. For architecture08, Christine has taken exploration of the family
home and its meaning a stage further.
Open Day at the University Centre
The building will be open from 10 am until 4 pm. University staff and the architects will be available to answer questions. The design of the new £6.5million University Centre was won by Design Engine Architects through invited competition in 2004. It is the practice's third project for the University of Winchester. The 3000sqm building sits on a steeply-sloping site, where the natural topography of the campus is both a virtue in terms of character, and a hindrance to access. The design involves two main entrance courts, with secondary access at mid-level to accommodation over four floors. The cross section links an 11-metre height difference across the site and is conceived as two halves. The lower two levels are buried into the hillside, while the upper floors shelter beneath a delicate roof canopy that floats out over the incline.
Where and when?
Winchester
Hampshire
SO22 4NR
Tickets and booking
Booking for this event is not required.
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This event is suitable for children
Accessibility
The following accessibility aids are available at this event:- entrance accessible
- disabled car parking
- accessible lift
- accessible toilet
- wheelchair access
- induction loop
- guide dogs welcome
