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Kona House, Hawaii, USA, 2005 by Legorreta + Legorreta
Photo: Lourdes Legorreta
31 May – 22 September 2013
A man of great wit and charm, with a light and fluent touch in design and drawing, Sir Hugh Casson PRA (1910–1999) was the most popular British architect of his time. This exhibition explores Casson’s multifaceted artistic personality largely through his favourite medium of watercolour, used to illustrate his WWII camouflage schemes, scenes of the 1951 Festival of Britain, architectural projects, theatre and opera sets and topographical views. Also on display are a range of his product designs, from Midwinter Pottery to wine labels.
The Tennant Gallery and Council Room
Tuesday–Friday, 10am–4pm; Saturday–Sunday, 10am–6pm
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EVENING EVENT
Friday 31 May
In a special evening of conversation coinciding with the exhibition's opening, Hugh Casson’s daughters share some memories of life with their father. The evening is moderated by the exhibition curator, Neil Bingham. Find out more
AFTERNOON TALK
Tuesday 4 June
Curator Neil Bingham introduces this exhibition, which includes watercolours, photographs and architectural drawings of projects ranging from the 1951 Festival of Britain to interiors for the Royal Yacht Britannia. Find out more
ARCHITECTURE WALKS
Saturdays 8 or 15 June
After an introduction to the exhibition with curator, Neil Bingham, Catherine Croft, Director of the Twentieth Century Society, leads a tour from the RA to the South Bank, exploring Casson’s multifaceted impact on London: as designer, architect, and advocate for both the old and the new. Find out more
