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The Lighthouse

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Spanning six floors, The Lighthouse provides an unrivalled opportunity to experience architecture and design through a changing programme of world-class exhibitions, award-winning education and life long learning projects, broad ranging events programme and networking opportunities.

Climb the Mackintosh Tower for stunning views across the city, indulge yourself in the latest designer products at The Lighthouse Shop, or simply relax in the doocot, our rooftop cafe/bar.


Many spaces throughout the building, including exhibitions, can also be hired out for private functions.

Exihibitions:

Mackintosh Interpretation Centre
Permanent Exhibition
The 'Mack' Centre is the starting point for anyone interested in discovering more about Mackintosh, his work and cultural significance.

Mark Sinclair: Art on Site
Until 16 Nov 08
A photographic archive of the construction of the Shetland Museum and Archives.

Giles Miller
Until 23 Nov 08
An exhibition of new cardboard work by Giles Miller featuring a giant lighting sculpture, based on his intriguing floral ‘flute' lamps.

Gareth Hoskins Architects: The Lighthouse Architecture Series
Until 11 Jan 09
The Lighthouse Architecture Series begins with an exhibition of the work of Gareth Hoskins Architects.

Architecture in Scotland 2006-2008
Until 11 Jan 09
Building Biographies - The latest biennial review of Scottish architecture presents recent Scottish projects alongside European examples.

Art Nouveau and Society
Until 31 Dec 08
Discover the history of the pan-European phenomenon of Art Nouveau and the times in which it developed with this 15-minute multimedia presentation.


Events:

We believe good design matters. And who better to learn from than architects and designers themselves? That’s why all our workshops are delivered by leaders in the fields of architecture and design.
Learn new techniques or just have fun experimenting with architecture and design in our weekend and holiday programme, providing challenge and inspiration whatever your age!

Architectural Model Making
09 Nov 08
Hands-on model making session with architect Gary Johnson.

Worn Again
15 Nov 08
Working with fashion designer Lesley Hepburn, transform rags to riches and recycle your old clothes into one-off, fabulous fashion pieces.

Eco-Fashion Design Master Class
26 Nov 08
This course, led by Lesley Hepburn, covers all aspects of the fashion design process, from initial research and design development to creating garments.

Booking essential for all workshops and classes, please contact [email protected]
These workshops are part of a wider education programme, which provides architecture and design workshops for schools, community groups, further education and Continuing Professional Development.
For more information please contact the Education Team.
0141 225 8406
[email protected]
www.thelighthouse.co.uk/education

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My Blog

The Made In The Shade Festive Shopping Weekender takes the credit crunch out of Christmas

The Made In The Shade Festive Shopping Weekender takes the credit crunch out of Christmas& and adds a whole lot of vintage glamour. Innovative shopping event 'Made In The Shade' (a slang phrase, popul...
Posted by on Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:17:00 GMT

Eames Elephant - Pre order yours today

Last year saw the release of the Eames Plywood Elephant from Vitra, which was designed in 1945, but never actually commercially issued. Just 1,000 were issued in 2007, all selling (and selling out) fo...
Posted by on Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:40:00 GMT

Made In The Shade

We're all set to repeat the success of Made In The Shade in May and once again host this exciting shopping event involving up to 50 designers here at The Lighthouse. Bringing the creme of the city's c...
Posted by on Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:37:00 GMT

The Big Draw is a big success

Last weekend The Lighthouse took part in The Big Draw campaign, with over 150 visitors joining professional illustrator Stuart White for a day long drawing event taking over the whole of the top floor...
Posted by on Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:38:00 GMT

The Lighthouse launches the 4th biennial survey of architecture in Scotland

Building Biographies, the 4th biennial survey of architecture in Scotland, highlights the power of the local to act in opposition to the pernicious forces of globalisation. In a departure from previou...
Posted by on Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:39:00 GMT

A Gathering Space launches in Venice

With the support of the Scottish Government, The Lighthouse, Scotland's National Architecture and Design Centre, presents A Gathering Space at the Biennale di Venezia 11th International Architecture E...
Posted by on Tue, 16 Sep 2008 23:09:00 GMT

Heritage Week and Doors Open Day

This fantastic event is Glasgow's way of celebrating its buildings, streets, parks and people - in short itself! After 19 years, due to popular demand, Glasgow Doors Open Days has become a festival ...
Posted by on Tue, 16 Sep 2008 23:07:00 GMT

Competition to design Scottish Pavilion

The Lighthouse has launched a competition for a Scottish-based person or practice to design a low-cost pavilion for the Kolkata Book Fair. The winning temporary structure will present a vision of cont...
Posted by on Tue, 09 Sep 2008 13:50:00 GMT

Have your say on creative industry workspace demand in Scotland

Do you want to work alongside like-minded creative people in the Merchant City? Then please read on... Wasps Artists' Studios has supported the careers of thousands of visual artists in the last 30 ...
Posted by on Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:51:00 GMT

Available to buy now - Where We Are - A Design Guide to Scotlands Six Cities

Where We Are features the people and places that are creating Scotland's new design landscape. Introductions to some of our best designers are accompanied by contributions from design-conscious locals...
Posted by on Wed, 03 Sep 2008 08:09:00 GMT