Spotlight On: Great Tapestry of Scotland

Join us on the 30th of May to hear project architect David Wyllie (Page/Park) talk about the design and delivery of the Great Tapestry of Scotland, winner of the EAA Large Project Award 2022.

When presenting the award the judges commented that:

“The Great Tapestry of Scotland Gallery is a fine resolution of exhibit and building. The layout of the exhibition space allows the Great Tapestry itself to be taken in part or in whole at the pace of the observer; by breaking up the linear exhibition into a series of spaces, it encourages unexpected connections across the room, a pattern of interactions sheltered under its sculptural, unbroken roof form… Galashiels has suffered with changes in retail behaviour, and it is clear even so soon after opening that this project is helping to breathe new life into the struggling commercial heart of this important historic town.”

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Time and location:

The event will be held at RIAS at 15 Rutland Square, Edinburgh EH1 2BE, and will run according to the following timeline:

18:00 - open doors

18:30 - presentation and discussion begins

19:20 - q&a session

20:00 - finish

The RIAS Bookshop will stay open during the event. RIAS membership is available through their website and is free to all architecture students studying in Scotland.