SCRACE ARCHITECTS

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Returning Home

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Reflecting on the exhibition that launched our adventure into creative practice, #HOME, has helped us reconnect with our practice values and ambition.  The exhibition investigated ideas that affect where we live and explored how these are represented and incorporated in design.

Many of the thoughts and theories developed in those early months of practice and in preparation for this show have inspired and shaped the first two years of SCRACE ARCHITECTS.  Recent architectural projects have even been characterised by some of the ideas developed as part of this show. The show was made up of a variety of components, including a series of paintings that were founded on the following subjects: #orientation, #context, #symbol, #material, #view.

A desire to help clients and passers-by understand and shape their own space is at the heart of what we do.  The dialogue that was created between artwork and spectator helped distil how the practice could communicate its vision and how it can shape space.  The exhibition was directed in a way that guided participants on their own journey through my #HOME, revealing the different ways in which we can interpret place.

#view > see FRAME A VIEW

Looking back, escaping the security of a traditional architectural office was scary, but at the same time liberating. Learning to express ideas through painting, sculpture and narrative was essential to breaking free from the norm of everyday project management and beginning a new adventure with our clients.

Please get in touch to see how we can help you shape your own space? 01722 658048

Review – #HOME

Competition Launch

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As we break from the monotony of lockdown SCRACE ARCHITECTS are launching a competition to encourage you to FRAME A VIEW and look ahead to a new world beyond.

It is safe to say that we are all in need of a fresh outlook after this crisis.  Staring out of our own little boxes has become a favourite past time and may help us connect the world outside.  This is not a new concept but has become more relevant since we have all been stuck indoors.  A view enables us all to think beyond the limits of our gardens and our flats to the wider world.

To help us begin to think again about what is over the horizon we would like you and your families to take a photo or draw your favourite view from your home, home office or shed.

Don’t be afraid to abstract and present your image in whichever way you like.  When we are designing buildings, sculptures or spaces we try to imagine what you might see from a particular perspective. For example, the montage above is a combination of a painting and the view from a real project.  In our practice we paint to see and shape space differently.

Over the next month we will offer tips on how to approach your designs via twitter and Instagram @timscrace and via a podcast.  Our blog also has an article on about how to frame a view.  Please share your pictures and follow us on social media using #frameaview #scracearchitects @scrace_arch.

Happy snapping and stay safe!

Competition – FRAME A VIEW

 

Competition

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As we break from the monotony of lockdown SCRACE ARCHITECTS are launching a competition to encourage you to FRAME A VIEW and look ahead to a new world beyond. 

It is safe to say that we are all in need of a fresh outlook after this crisis.  Staring out of our own little boxes has become a favourite past time and may help us connect the world outside.  This is not a new concept but has become more relevant since we have all been stuck indoors.  A view enables us all to think beyond the limits of our gardens and our flats to the wider world. 

To help us begin to think again about what is over the horizon we would like you and your families to take a photo or draw your favourite view from your home, home office or shed.

Don’t be afraid to abstract and present your image in whichever way you like.  When we are designing buildings, sculptures or spaces we try to imagine what you might see from a particular perspective. For example, the montage above is a combination of a painting and the view from a real project.  In our practice we paint to see and shape space differently.

Over the next month we will offer tips on how to approach your designs via twitter and Instagram @timscrace and via a podcast.  Our blog also has an article on about how to frame a view.  Please share your pictures and follow us on social media using #frameaview #scracearchitects @scrace_arch.

FOLLOW

We have chosen some exciting prizes from some fantastic businesses to reflect and feed on the more positive benefits of breaking cover.  Click on names below for direct links to prizes.

Prizes

  • Finch Cottage – Getaway for 7 in character property – Spend more quality time with family and friends.
  • Naked Wine Summer Essentials 15 Bottle Mixed Case – Celebrate a new beginning by investing in craftmanship.
  • Messums – Lunch at the Mess – Immerse yourself in the best Arts, Culture and countryside.
  • Chessington World of Adventure Day Ticket – A rollercoaster helps puts things in perspective – Have fun!
  • Downton Gin Distillery – Bottle of Explorer – Don’t be afraid to explore, be adventurous.

The best image submitted by the following age groups will also win a fantastic prize:

  • 9-17        Noble Arts Supplies £25 voucher > Express yourself creatively @salisburyNAS!
  • 0-8          Rocketship Bookshop £25 voucher > Think big and get ready for a new world @rshipbshop!

HAPPY SNAPPING AND STAY STAFE

Terms & Conditions

Scrace Architects Ltd would like to stay in touch by keeping your contact details securely on file. We use this information to maintain good levels of communications in the day-to-day operation of the business as well as update you on new projects and the services we offer.  We will not pass on your details to any third party without your prior consent.  In your response to the competittion and if agreeable we would welcome your consent to the use of your details for this purpose i.e. I consent to receive emails about Scrace Architects Ltd.  

Each image will be judged by the Scrace Architects team.  Results will be announced at the end of August to hopefully coincide with a safer world.  One image per applicant i.e. sketch, painting or photo.  If you want to submit more, highlight your preferred option.  Entry to the competitions is restricted to one entry per person and 5 applications per household.  Multiple, bulk entries will be disqualified. Email tim@scracearchitects.co.uk or info@scracearchitects.co.uk by 12pm on 31st August 2020 with your entries. 

Please remember to: –

  1. Attach an image in .jpeg format
  2. Clearly state NAME, AGE, TITLE and MEDIA.
  3. And if you’re happy please add – I consent to receive emails about Scrace Architects Ltd.

Please note that the Judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered in to.  In general, prizes must be redeemed before 31st December 2020. Prizes do not include travel. No cash alternative will be offered and prizes are non-transferable. All parties involved reserve the right to change the prize to an alternative or similar value without notice if circumstances beyond their control require it to do so. Scrace Architects Ltd and other parties will not be liable for loss or damage whatsoever caused by matters arising from this promotion. Winners of items 1-5 must be a UK resident over the age of 18. Please note that we may use photos and other identifying features of the winners / entrants for promotion purposes.

T’s & C’s relating to prizes 

Finch Cottage is a 200-year old building in Wilsford Cum Lake, Salisbury which has been renovated to a very high standard. It has 3 bedrooms, all with private bathrooms. There is plenty of parking and an abundance of lovely country walks in the Stonehenge World Heritage site.  Click on name with link above or visit www.finchcottage.co.uk.

  1. The FRAME A VIEW competition winner will win: An overnight stay at Finch Cottage for a maximum of 7 guests.  Prize must be redeemed before 31st January 2021 (excluding bank holidays and public holidays), subject to availability. Finch Cottage serves a continental-style breakfast. The prize does not include travel. No cash alternative will be offered and the prize is non-transferable. Finch Cottage reserves the right to change the prize to an alternative or similar value without notice if circumstances beyond their control require it to do so. Finch Cottage will not be liable for loss or damage whatsoever caused by matters arising from this promotion. The winner must be a UK resident over the age of 18. All house rules are to be adhered to during your stay.
  2. Naked Wine case as described on the website limited to value of £150 to be delivered to allocated UK address.
  3. The Mess Restaurant and Bar Gift Voucher to the value of £25 at Messums.  Lunches are on Friday, Saturday and Sundays in the Mess. 
  4. Chessington World of Adventure Day Ticket as described on the website limited to value of £29.50 based on online booking of ticket.
  5. Downton Gin Distillery 700ml Bottle of “Explorer” Contemporay London Dry Gin as described on the website limited to value of £40.

          Other prizes from Rocketship Bookshop and Noble Art Supplies limited in value as described above.