1. research project an architectural and historical investigation into artificial light: the case of the Festspielhaus (1911)
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2. what is the research project: 1
what is the research project: 1. documentation of a revolutionary lighting system from 1911 in drawings and models (by Msc2 students) 2. translation of this lighting system to our current time and technology through research by design
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3. who are leading the research project: Jurjen Zeinstra, architect and staff member of the Chair ‘Interiors, Buildings, Cities’ Herman van Bergeijk, architectural historian and staff member of the Chair of History
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4. what is the role of the honours student: - getting familiar with the 1911 lighting system and its meaning for the architecture of the Festspielhaus building - investigation into new technology (LED) and the design of lights and fittings in light lab through research by design
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5. what other activities are part of the research project: - excursion to the Festspielhaus in Dresden (Germany) on 28 October 2017 (prequel) - presentation of Msc2-project in January 2018 (start up for honours students) - visit to the Modular / Philips Light Lab - Tessenow-symposium in June publication in Summer 2018
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6. what kind of honours students are we looking for: - interested in architectural history - interested in architecture and interior architecture - affinity with restrained architecture and design - interested in exhibition design
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7. interested or questions. contact Jurjen Zeinstra: j. s
interested or questions? contact Jurjen Zeinstra: before Friday 22 September applications* for the honours programme master should be sent Wednesday 27 September at the latest to * for more information about the honours programme and on what to include in your application, check the website:
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