Learn about the state of heritage and conservation projects in Vancouver today with experts in architecture and design, conservation, city planning and other related fields. The talks discuss issues, projects and topics that are relevant to the future of Vancouver’s historic neighbourhoods and buildings. The speakers will offer in-depth illustrated talks followed by a Q&A.
In 2021, this series is returning in a virtual format. The one-hour events are over the lunch hour.
You can earn 1 Old School credit per Evening Lecture or Lunch and Learn, to a maximum of 3 towards VHF’s Heritage Conservation Certificate. Professional Development Credits (AIBC, PIBC, BOABC, BCSLA, AICBC) are dependent on the lecture topic and speaker – talk to your professional body to inquire how to register your attendance.
Thursday, April 29th, 12pm - 1pm
Online
$15/$9
A much-loved icon on West Broadway, the Hollywood Theatre has recently re-opened as a film, live performance and arts and culture venue. Join architects Marianne Amodio and Harley Grusko of MA+HG Architects to learn about the rehabilitation of the building and how its heritage and conservation were considered.
A much-loved icon on West Broadway, the Hollywood Theatre has recently re-opened as a film, live performance and arts and culture venue. Designed by Harold Cullerne in 1935 for the Farleigh family, the Art Deco movie theatre was one of the last remaining single-screen movie theatres in the city when it closed in 2011. With significant effort by the local film, arts, heritage and residential community, alongside the City of Vancouver and the building owner and theatre operators, the architects were able to secure its future through a Heritage Revitalization Agreement that enabled the restoration of the building, its significant historical features and its use as a theatre. The building retains many of its distinctive features, including neon exterior signage and painted façade and interior Art Deco detailing, while allowing for modernizations that secure its future adaptability and continued use. Join architects Marianne Amodio and Harley Grusko of MA+HG Architects to learn about the rehabilitation of the building and how its heritage and conservation were considered.
About the Speakers
Marianne Amodio holds a Masters Degree of Architecture from the University of Manitoba, is a registered Architect with the Architectural Institute of British Columbia and a LEED Accredited Professional. She is currently a member of the City of Vancouver Regulatory Review Advisory Committee and she sits on the Board of The Eastside Culture Crawl.
Harley Grusko holds a Masters Degree of Architecture from the University of Manitoba, is a registered Architect with the Architectural Institute of British Columbia and a LEED Accredited Professional. After a decade devoted to design excellence at Perkins+Will Vancouver, during which he worked on a number projects focused on quality design and high-performance buildings.
In 2018, Harley and Marianne Amodio launched MA+HG Architects Inc., and opened a new studio in Strathcona.