This paper details an international research project that examined over 50 architecture centres in 23 countries including four case study subjects:
• Kent Architecture Centre, England
• Chicago Architecture Foundation
• Museum of Finnish Architecture
• Netherlands Architecture Institute
The paper analyses the projects’ main findings including issues of definition, reasons for foundation, cultural policy impact and the main goals of architecture centres. It summarizes recommendations for centres as they attempt to reach their aims.
Lappin, Sarah A. and Ruth Morrow. "Promoting a Sense of Place: An International Study of Architecture Centres," in ArchNet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research, vol. 7, issue 1 (2013): 139-150.
Sarah A. Lappin and Ruth Morrow