杏吧原创鈥檚 Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism Book Launch: A Portrait of Canada's Parliament
杏吧原创 University鈥檚 will host the launch of a new book, A Portrait of Canada’s Parliament. The book is a stunning visual exploration of Canada鈥檚 most recognized building accompanied by a comprehensive study of its history. Contributors include four members of the school, , , and .
When: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
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Speakers at the launch include:
- The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson
- Audrey O鈥橞rien, CM, clerk emerita of the House of Commons
- Rob Wright, assistant deputy minister, Science and Parliamentary Infrastructure
- Jill Stoner, director of the Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism
The event features a roundtable discussion with the author/photographer, editor and designer.
The Centre Block鈥攖he iconic parliament building that has come to be Canada鈥檚 foremost representation鈥攚as closed in 2018 and will remain closed for at least a decade for a complete renovation and restoration. During that time, hundreds of thousands of Canadians and visitors to Canada will miss the opportunity to tour the building and view its architecture and symbolic artwork.
With original photographs from noted architectural photographer William P. McElligott, historical images and thematic articles written by established subject specialists, A Portrait of Canada鈥檚 Parliament provides a contemporary look at one of the nation鈥檚 greatest symbols. This book, presented in English and French, documents and analyzes the context, landscape, heritage and structure of this unique national icon, from its origins to its present and future.
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