1970s: Recollection and Rebellion

In a decade of economic and social unrest, with creative rebellion in the air, the Architectural Association (AA) School of Architecture played a significant role in producing an energetic generation of architects, designers and thinkers. Former students and teachers Ron Arad, Bernard Tschumi, Sir Peter Cook and Charles Jencks discuss their time at the AA with Brett Steele, Director since 2005.

Design by Decade

Celebrate the evolution of the architecture, art and design communities in London since the 1970s. Join us on four evenings – each dedicated to one of the decades Ron Arad has lived and worked in London – for a panel discussion followed by a chance to meet the speakers over drinks. In the Gallery, sample the flavour of each decade by taking part in specially curated retro fun as DJs selected by Rough Trade drop beats from the era. In association with our media partner Wallpaper*.