Celebrating our Heritage Enhancing our Environment Shaping our Future

SIRS architecture and the Gilbert and George Gallery, Spitalfields. A talk by Manuel Irsara founder of SIRS Architects, London.

Thursday 20 February 2025

Manuel studied architecture at TU Vienna, TU Delft and the Bartlett in London before qualifying in Venice as architect in 2006. He joined London based Future Systems / Amanda Levete Architects in 2007, gaining extensive experience in innovative design and fabrication. Manuel has been invited to various architectural congresses and as visiting design critic in the UK and abroad.

SIRS Architects. An award-winning boutique studio with a reputation for delivering unique, high-quality designs across a range of fields. Founded in 2010 by Manuel Irsara and Sebastian Soukup, our London and Vienna-based team specializes in crafting architecture that reflects our commitment to sustainability, context, materiality and user experience. From furniture and interiors to arts, cultural, healthcare, hospitality, private housing and residential projects amongst others, we collaborate closely with clients, design teams and fabricators to create tailored solutions that stand the test of time. At the core of our work lies an unbridled enthusiasm for research and innovation. We’re committed to design solutions that are not only elegant and functional but also environmentally conscious. Our goal is to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives, both today and in the future.

THE GILBERT & GEORGE CENTRE

SIRS Architects have converted a former industrial building in London’s East End into Gilbert & George’s art foundation, breathing new life into the historic fabric of the area and seeking to immerse visitors in the unique realm of Gilbert & George.

Date: Thursday 20 February 2025
Venue: The Methodist Church, St Edmunds Church Street, Salisbury, SP1 1EF
Time: Doors open at 6:00 pm for a  6:30 pm start
Price: Free to members.  £5.00 for non-members (Cheque or cash only please)