RMIT Design Archives presents a special viewing of Berenice Harris’ archive for the Lyceum Club on 28 May as part of Melbourne Design Week.
When the modernist architect (Edythe) Ellison Harvie relinquished her role as the Lyceum Club’s architect in 1957, architect Berenice Harris became her successor, advising the Club on its development until 1987. Harris’ archive tells the story of the Club’s commitment to supporting women in architecture and design by engaging them as consultants and architects for its premises in Ridgeway Place.
The Club’s striking modern building in Ridgeway Place was designed in 1957 by Ellison Harvie. Since then a number of prominent architects have contributed to its refurbishment and expansion, including Berenice Harris and Kerstin Thompson Architects (KTA).
The collection viewing offers the opportunity to see drawings, photographs, correspondence and other records assembled by Berenice Harris. Alongside will be an exhibition curated by RMIT University’s Masters of the Communication Design students about the Lyceum Club. The viewing is followed by a conversation at RMIT Design Hub, exploring the past 70 years with architects Eli Giannini and Kerstin Thompson, and architectural historian and Parlour director Julie Willis.
When
Tuesday 28 May, 4–5.30pm (viewing) and 5.30–6.30pm (conversation)
Where
RMIT Design Archives and RMIT Building 100 Lecture Theatre
Building 100 (Design Hub) – RMIT University, Victoria Street, Carlton VIC, Australia
Bookings
Tickets are free, but bookings are essential. Learn more and book through NGV Design Week.
